CBSE physics: the paper that was
EXAM ANALYSIS This year’s Class 12 Board paper left many students confused
application and analysis-based questions were also asked, which could only be answered by students who had a thorough understanding of concepts.
This indicated that in comparison to other state boards, the CBSE physics paper was much more analysis-based which would in all likelihood make scoring difficult for students.
If you think you have not scored well in the physics paper, you will need to ensure that you make up in the remaining examinations.
The Board exam marks will be a critical factor for admission to various colleges, including the admission to engineering colleges through JEE (main), where there is a 40% weightage of CBSE marks in the overall rank determination
The author is HOD (physics) at Studymate and can be reached at www. studymateonline.com I have completed my graduation in physics from Delhi University and plan to join a government job. However, I have not been able to clear any of the exams and lately my inclination towards physics has scaled up. I am currently pursuing MSc in physics through distance learning. What are the job options, other than research and teaching, after completing MSc?
- Harsh Physics is all about exploring and understanding the physical world, which opens up several career avenues for you. It helps develop a number of skills such as problem solving, computation skills, modelling and the ability to think laterally.
Some careers that require a strong background in physics include astronomy, meteorology, bio-engineering, bio-physics, electronics and telecommunications, cosmology, geology, hydrology, oceanography, mathematical sciences, space sciences and many others. You can therefore pursue an MSc in any of these specialised fields. There are also research-focused fields such as astrophysics which deals with the physical or chemical properties of heavenly bodies, or of earth sciences such as geophysics. Another field is that of geosciences which delve into the exploration, discovery, and earth systems. The major applications of geosciences are: exploration and responsible development of natural resources (oil, gas, coal, minerals, construction aggregate, water, and soil), preservation of the natural environment, restoration from environmental damage, and mitigation of geohazards such as earthquakes and landslides, and exploratory research.