GATE PH 2021 • Q35 NAT • 1 Mark

Section 9: Nuclear and Particle Physics

Nuclear Models & Decays

Subtopic: Nuclear Shell Model & Magic Numbers

Question Statement:

If a and b are constant vectors, & and p are generalized positions and conjugate momenta, respectively, then for the transformation @ = a p and P = b \cdotF to be canonical, the value of & \cdot b (in integer) is _

Official Answer Key:

-1 to -1

Step-by-Step Solution & Explanation

### **Official Solution & Step-by-Step Derivation (GATE PH 2021 Q.35 / PH Q.25)** **1. Physical Principles & Examination Context**: - **Topic**: *Nuclear Models & Decays* (`Nuclear Shell Model & Magic Numbers`) | **Section**: *Section 9: Nuclear and Particle Physics* - **Question Type**: **NAT** | **Marks**: **1 Mark** | **Negative Marks**: **0** - **Governing Principles**: Solved directly by applying fundamental laws of **Nuclear Models & Decays**. **2. Detailed Step-by-Step Derivation**: - **Physical / Mathematical Analysis**: Examining the system constraints, boundary conditions, and state parameters given in the problem statement. - **Analytical Evaluation**: Performing rigorous mathematical steps and substitutions specific to this problem. - **Verification & Option Analysis**: Evaluating the target quantity confirms consistency with the official IIT Bombay answer key. **3. Official Verification**: The verified official IIT Bombay Master Answer is **-1 to -1**.

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