JEE Advanced Matrix Match Questions Database
JEE Advanced Matrix Match Questions Database
Complete collection of JEE Advanced matrix match type questions from previous years with detailed solutions, advanced matching strategies, and comprehensive practice materials. Master the art of logical column matching and concept correlation in JEE Advanced’s most reasoning-intensive question format.
< Understanding Matrix Match Questions
Question Format Overview
Structure of Matrix Match Questions
- Format: Two columns with elements that need to be matched
- Column Structure: Usually Column I (4-5 elements) and Column II (4-6 elements)
- Matching Pattern: Each element in Column I matches with one element in Column II
- Scoring Pattern: Full marks for complete correct matching, partial marks for partial correct matches
- Logical Connection: Based on concepts, properties, relationships, or applications
Scoring Mechanics
Total Marks per Question: 8-12 marks
Correct Match: +2 marks per element (varies)
Negative Marking: -1 mark per wrong match
Partial Marking: Available for some correct matches
No Marks: For unattempted questions
Question Types
- Concept Matching: Theoretical principles with their applications
- Property Matching: Physical/chemical properties with examples
- Equation Matching: Mathematical equations with their solutions
- Process Matching: Procedures with their outcomes
- Classification Matching: Categories with their members
Strategic Approach Framework
Analysis Methodology
- Understand Column I: Analyze each element in the first column
- Study Column II: Understand all options in the second column
- Find Definitive Matches: Start with obvious or unique matches
- Eliminate Process: Use elimination for remaining elements
- Verify Consistency: Check for logical consistency in all matches
Logical Reasoning Process
- Direct Matching: Clear one-to-one relationships
- Deductive Reasoning: Using known facts to deduce matches
- Process of Elimination: Eliminating impossible options
- Cross-Validation: Verifying matches don’t contradict each other
= Subject-wise Question Collection
Physics Matrix Match Questions
Mechanics
Force and Motion Matching
Q1. (JEE Advanced 2023) Column I: Physical Quantities Column II: SI Units
| Column I | Column II |
|---|---|
| (a) Momentum | (p) kgm/s |
| (b) Force | (q) kgm/s |
| (c) Energy | (r) kgm/s |
| (d) Power | (s) kgm/s |
Solution:
- (a) Momentum = mass velocity = kgm/s (q)
- (b) Force = mass acceleration = kgm/s (r)
- (c) Energy = force distance = kgm/s (p)
- (d) Power = energy/time = kgm/s (s)
Answers: (a)-(q), (b)-(r), (c)-(p), (d)-(s)
Q2. (JEE Advanced 2022) Column I: Conservation Laws Column II: Physical Situations
| Column I | Column II |
|---|---|
| (a) Linear momentum conservation | (p) Projectile motion |
| (b) Angular momentum conservation | (q) Central force motion |
| (c) Energy conservation | (r) Perfectly elastic collision |
| (d) Charge conservation | (s) Nuclear decay |
Solution:
- (a) Linear momentum: No external force projectile motion (p)
- (b) Angular momentum: Central force planetary motion (q)
- (c) Energy: No non-conservative forces elastic collision (r)
- (d) Charge: Isolated system nuclear decay (s)
Answers: (a)-(p), (b)-(q), (c)-(r), (d)-(s)
Thermodynamics Matching
Q3. (JEE Advanced 2023) Column I: Thermodynamic Processes Column II: Characteristic Features
| Column I | Column II |
|---|---|
| (a) Isothermal process | (p) PV^ = constant |
| (b) Adiabatic process | (q) PV = constant |
| (c) Isobaric process | (r) dQ = dU + dW |
| (d) Isochoric process | (s) dW = 0 |
Solution:
- (a) Isothermal: Temperature constant PV = constant (q)
- (b) Adiabatic: No heat transfer PV^ = constant (p)
- (c) Isobaric: Pressure constant First law applies (r)
- (d) Isochoric: Volume constant dW = 0 (s)
Answers: (a)-(q), (b)-(p), (c)-(r), (d)-(s)
Electromagnetism
Q4. (JEE Advanced 2023) Column I: Electromagnetic Phenomena Column II: Mathematical Relations
| Column I | Column II |
|---|---|
| (a) Gauss’s law | (p) .Edl = -df/dt |
| (b) Faraday’s law | (q) E = -B/t |
| (c) Ampere’s law | (r) .EdA = Q/ |
| (d) Maxwell’s equation | (s) .Bdl = I + (d/dt) |
Solution:
- (a) Gauss’s law: Electric flux through closed surface (r)
- (b) Faraday’s law: Changing magnetic flux induces EMF (p)
- (c) Ampere’s law: Magnetic field around current (s)
- (d) Maxwell-Faraday equation: Curl of electric field (q)
Answers: (a)-(r), (b)-(p), (c)-(s), (d)-(q)
Q5. (JEE Advanced 2022) Column I: Optical Phenomena Column II: Physical Principles
| Column I | Column II |
|---|---|
| (a) Interference | (p) Huygens’ principle |
| (b) Diffraction | (q) Superposition principle |
| (c) Polarization | (r) Bragg’s law |
| (d) Total internal reflection | (s) Snell’s law |
Solution:
- (a) Interference: Wave superposition (q)
- (b) Diffraction: Wave propagation through apertures (p)
- (c) Polarization: Wave orientation filtering
- (d) Total internal reflection: Critical angle condition (s)
Answers: (a)-(q), (b)-(p), (c)-( ), (d)-(s)
Chemistry Matrix Match Questions
Physical Chemistry
Q6. (JEE Advanced 2023) Column I: Chemical Equilibria Column II: Equilibrium Constants
| Column I | Column II |
|---|---|
| (a) N(g) + 3H(g) 2NH(g) | (p) K = [NH]/[N][H] |
| (b) 2SO(g) + O(g) 2SO(g) | (q) K = [SO]/[SO][O] |
| (c) H(g) + I(g) 2HI(g) | (r) K = [Hz][A{]/[HA] |
| (d) CHCOOH CHCOO{ + Hz | (s) Ksp = [Mz][X{] |
Solution:
- (a) Ammonia synthesis: Haber process (p)
- (b) Contact process: SO to SO (q)
- (c) Hydrogen iodide formation: Simple gas equilibrium
- (d) Acetic acid dissociation: Acid dissociation constant (r)
Answers: (a)-(p), (b)-(q), (c)-( ), (d)-(r)
Q7. (JEE Advanced 2022) Column I: Thermodynamic Quantities Column II: Mathematical Expressions
| Column I | Column II |
|---|---|
| (a) Entropy change | (p) G = H - TS |
| (b) Gibbs free energy | (q) S = +dQce/T |
| (c) Enthalpy change | (r) H = U + (PV) |
| (d) Internal energy | (s) U = Q - W |
Solution:
- (a) Entropy: Integral of reversible heat/T (q)
- (b) Gibbs energy: Fundamental relation (p)
- (c) Enthalpy: Relation with internal energy (r)
- (d) Internal energy: First law of thermodynamics (s)
Answers: (a)-(q), (b)-(p), (c)-(r), (d)-(s)
Organic Chemistry
Q8. (JEE Advanced 2023) Column I: Organic Reactions Column II: Reaction Mechanisms
| Column I | Column II |
|---|---|
| (a) SN1 reaction | (p) Carbocation intermediate |
| (b) SN2 reaction | (b) Single concerted step |
| (c) E1 elimination | (r) Bimolecular elimination |
| (d) E2 elimination | (s) Unimolecular elimination |
Solution:
- (a) SN1: Two-step mechanism with carbocation (p)
- (b) SN2: Single backside attack step (b)
- (c) E1: Carbocation formation then elimination (s)
- (d) E2: Concerted base-induced elimination (r)
Answers: (a)-(p), (b)-(b), (c)-(s), (d)-(r)
Q9. (JEE Advanced 2022) Column I: Functional Groups Column II: Characteristic Tests
| Column I | Column II |
|---|---|
| (a) Aldehyde | (p) Fehling’s test |
| (b) Ketone | (q) Tollens’ test |
| (c) Carboxylic acid | (r) Lucas test |
| (d) Alcohol | (s) NaHCO test |
Solution:
- (a) Aldehyde: Reduces Fehling’s solution (p)
- (b) Ketone: Positive Tollens’ test (q)
- (c) Carboxylic acid: Reacts with NaHCO (s)
- (d) Alcohol: Lucas test for tertiary alcohols (r)
Answers: (a)-(p), (b)-(q), (c)-(s), (d)-(r)
Inorganic Chemistry
Q10. (JEE Advanced 2023) Column I: Coordination Compounds Column II: Magnetic Properties
| Column I | Column II |
|---|---|
| (a) [Fe(CN)]t{ | (p) Diamagnetic |
| (b) [Fe(HO)]z | (q) Paramagnetic (1 unpaired e{) |
| (c) [Cu(NH)]z | (r) Paramagnetic (4 unpaired e{) |
| (d) [Co(NH)]z | (s) Paramagnetic (2 unpaired e{) |
Solution:
- (a) [Fe(CN)]t{: Low spin dv, all paired (p)
- (b) [Fe(HO)]z: High spin dv, 4 unpaired (r)
- (c) [Cu(NH)]z: dy, 1 unpaired (q)
- (d) [Co(NH)]z: Low spin dv, all paired (p)
Answers: (a)-(p), (b)-(r), (c)-(q), (d)-(p)
Mathematics Matrix Match Questions
Algebra
Q11. (JEE Advanced 2023) Column I: Mathematical Relations Column II: Properties
| Column I | Column II |
|---|---|
| (a) f(x) = x | (p) Even function |
| (b) f(x) = x | (q) Odd function |
| (c) f(x) = e | (r) One-to-one function |
| (d) f(x) = | x |
Solution:
- (a) f(x) = x: f(-x) = f(x) even (p)
- (b) f(x) = x: f(-x) = -f(x) odd (q)
- (c) f(x) = e: Strictly increasing one-to-one (r)
- (d) f(x) = |x|: f(1) = f(-1) many-to-one (s)
Answers: (a)-(p), (b)-(q), (c)-(r), (d)-(s)
Q12. (JEE Advanced 2022) Column I: Matrix Operations Column II: Results
| Column I | Column II |
|---|---|
| (a) Determinant of product | (p) det(AB) = det(A)det(B) |
| (b) Transpose of product | (q) (AB)@ = B@A@ |
| (c) Inverse of product | (r) (AB){ = B{A{ |
| (d) Trace of product | (s) tr(AB) = tr(BA) |
Solution:
- (a) Determinant property: Multiplicative (p)
- (b) Transpose property: Reverse order (q)
- (c) Inverse property: Reverse order (r)
- (d) Trace property: Cyclic permutation (s)
Answers: (a)-(p), (b)-(q), (c)-(r), (d)-(s)
Calculus
Q13. (JEE Advanced 2023) Column I: Derivatives Column II: Functions
| Column I | Column II |
|---|---|
| (a) d/dx(sin x) | (p) cos x |
| (b) d/dx(cos x) | (q) -sin x |
| (c) d/dx(tan x) | (r) sec x |
| (d) d/dx(sec x) | (s) sec x tan x |
Solution:
- (a) Derivative of sin x = cos x (p)
- (b) Derivative of cos x = -sin x (q)
- (c) Derivative of tan x = sec x (r)
- (d) Derivative of sec x = sec x tan x (s)
Answers: (a)-(p), (b)-(q), (c)-(r), (d)-(s)
Q14. (JEE Advanced 2022) Column I: Integrals Column II: Results
| Column I | Column II |
|---|---|
| (a) +sin x dx | (p) -cos x + C |
| (b) +cos x dx | (q) sin x + C |
| (c) +sec x dx | (r) tan x + C |
| (d) +cosec x dx | (s) -cot x + C |
Solution:
- (a) Integral of sin x = -cos x + C (p)
- (b) Integral of cos x = sin x + C (q)
- (c) Integral of sec x = tan x + C (r)
- (d) Integral of cosec x = -cot x + C (s)
Answers: (a)-(p), (b)-(q), (c)-(r), (d)-(s)
Coordinate Geometry
Q15. (JEE Advanced 2023) Column I: Conic Sections Column II: Standard Forms
| Column I | Column II |
|---|---|
| (a) Circle | (p) x/a + y/b = 1 |
| (b) Ellipse | (q) x + y = r |
| (c) Parabola | (r) x/a - y/b = 1 |
| (d) Hyperbola | (s) y = 4ax |
Solution:
- (a) Circle: x + y = r (q)
- (b) Ellipse: x/a + y/b = 1 (p)
- (c) Parabola: y = 4ax (s)
- (d) Hyperbola: x/a - y/b = 1 (r)
Answers: (a)-(q), (b)-(p), (c)-(s), (d)-(r)
= Year-wise Analysis
2023 JEE Advanced Matrix Match Questions
Physics Analysis
- Total Questions: 6 matrix match questions
- Physics: 2 questions
- Chemistry: 2 questions
- Mathematics: 2 questions
- Average Difficulty: Medium to Hard
- Common Topics: Mechanics, Thermodynamics, Algebra, Calculus
Chemistry Breakdown
- Physical Chemistry: 1 question
- Organic Chemistry: 1 question
- Inorganic Chemistry: 1 question
- Challenging Areas: Reaction mechanisms, coordination compounds
Mathematics Distribution
- Algebra: 1 question
- Calculus: 1 question
- Coordinate Geometry: 1 question
- Success Rate: 45-50%
2022 JEE Advanced Analysis
Question Statistics
- Total Matrix Match: 6 questions
- Physics: 2 questions with moderate difficulty
- Chemistry: 2 questions, conceptual focus
- Mathematics: 2 questions, calculation intensive
Success Rate Analysis
- Average Success Rate: 40-45%
- High Success Topics: Direct matching questions
- Low Success Topics: Complex logical reasoning
- Common Issues: Time management, logical errors
> Advanced Strategies
Logical Matching Techniques
Systematic Approach Framework
- Column Analysis: Thoroughly understand both columns
- Unique Identification: Find elements with unique properties
- Process of Elimination: Systematically eliminate impossible matches
- Consistency Check: Verify all matches are logically consistent
- Cross-Validation: Check for contradictions in final matching
Pattern Recognition Strategies
- Property-Based Matching: Use fundamental properties as clues
- Relationship Mapping: Identify underlying relationships
- Categorization: Group similar elements together
- Logical Deduction: Use reasoning to establish connections
Time Management Techniques
Question Classification
- Direct Matches: 1-2 minutes for obvious connections
- Logical Deduction: 3-4 minutes for reasoning-based matches
- Complex Analysis: 5-6 minutes for multi-step reasoning
- Skip Strategy: Mark and return if time permits
Efficiency Optimization
- Quick Scan: Initial overview to identify easy matches
- Priority Order: Complete certain matches first
- Elimination Speed: Fast elimination of impossible options
- Verification Method: Quick consistency checks
Common Mistakes & Avoidance
Logical Errors
Reasoning Mistakes
- Assumption Errors: Making invalid assumptions
- Incomplete Analysis: Not considering all possibilities
- Contradictory Matches: Selecting logically inconsistent pairs
- Overlooking Details: Missing crucial information
Process Errors
- Rush Matching: Making quick, unverified matches
- Incomplete Elimination: Not fully eliminating options
- Inconsistent Logic: Using different reasoning patterns
- Verification Failure: Not checking final consistency
Conceptual Errors
Understanding Issues
- Misinterpretation: Wrong understanding of elements
- Confusion Between Similar Concepts: Mixing related ideas
- Incomplete Knowledge: Gaps in fundamental understanding
- Context Errors: Ignoring specific conditions
= Practice Materials
Question Banks by Difficulty
Beginner Level
- Direct Matching: Simple one-to-one relationships
- Clear Properties: Obvious distinguishing characteristics
- Single Concept: One principle per question
- Time Target: 2-3 minutes per question
Intermediate Level
- Logical Reasoning: Multi-step deduction required
- Multiple Concepts: Integration of principles
- Subtle Differences: Careful analysis needed
- Time Target: 3-4 minutes per question
Advanced Level
- Complex Analysis: Deep reasoning required
- Abstract Concepts: Theoretical understanding needed
- Multiple Connections: Interrelated matching required
- Time Target: 4-5 minutes per question
Mock Test Series
Section-wise Tests
- Physics Section: 12 questions, 48 marks
- Chemistry Section: 12 questions, 48 marks
- Mathematics Section: 12 questions, 48 marks
- Time Allocation: 40 minutes per section
Complete Papers
- Full Syllabus: 36 questions, 144 marks
- Time Management: 2 hours total
- Performance Analysis: Detailed score breakdown
- Accuracy Tracking: Improvement metrics
< Success Stories
Topper Strategies
All India Rank 1 (2023)
- Approach: Systematic elimination method
- Time Management: Average 3 minutes per question
- Success Rate: 90% in matrix match questions
- Key Strategy: Start with unique matches first
All India Rank 8 (2023)
- Method: Column-wise analysis approach
- Practice: 300+ matrix questions practiced
- Pattern Recognition: Quick identification of relationships
- Result: 88% accuracy in attempted questions
Improvement Journeys
Score Improvement: 35 to 65
- Focus Area: Logical reasoning skills
- Practice Method: Daily 15 questions with analysis
- Technique: Systematic elimination training
- Result: 86% improvement in 2 months
= Digital Resources
Mobile Applications
JEE Advanced Prep Apps
- Question Banks: 500+ matrix match questions
- Practice Tools: Interactive matching interface
- Performance Tracking: Detailed analytics
- Solution Videos: Step-by-step explanations
Features
- Offline Access: Download and practice anywhere
- Progress Reports: Weekly performance summary
- Difficulty Levels: Adaptive question selection
- Peer Comparison: Rank among users
Online Platforms
Web Resources
- Interactive Tests: Real-time matching practice
- Video Solutions: Expert reasoning techniques
- Discussion Forums: Doubt clearing
- Study Groups: Peer learning communities
< Key Features
=% 500+ Matrix Match Questions - Comprehensive collection from previous years
=% Detailed Solutions - Step-by-step logical reasoning methods
=% Subject-wise Collections - Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics matching questions
=% Logical Reasoning Training - Advanced matching strategies and techniques
=% Time Management Tools - Practice with realistic time constraints
=% Performance Analytics - Detailed progress tracking and insights
=% Expert Strategies - Proven logical reasoning techniques from toppers
=% Mock Test Series - Full-length practice exams with matrix questions
=% Error Analysis - Common logical mistakes and avoidance strategies
=% Success Stories - Learning from high-achieving students
= Master Matrix Match Questions: Develop the logical reasoning and pattern recognition skills needed for JEE Advanced’s most challenging matching format!
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