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These multiple-choice questions (MCQs) are designed to enhance your knowledge and understanding in the following areas: General Knowledge (GK) , Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) , Indian Administrative Service (IAS) , Staff Selection Commission (SSC) .
Chapters
1. |
Amalgam‘ is a term used for an alloy of a metal with: |
A. | Copper |
B. | Mercury |
C. | Lead |
D. | Aluminium |
Answer» B. Mercury |
2. |
Gammaxene, D.D.T. and Bleaching powder are important compounds of : |
A. | Chlorine |
B. | Nitrogen |
C. | Sulphur |
D. | Phosphorus |
Answer» A. Chlorine |
3. |
L.P.G. is a hydrocarbon consisting of a mixture of: |
A. | Methane and Butane |
B. | Propane and Butane |
C. | Ethane and Propane |
D. | Ethane and Butane |
Answer» B. Propane and Butane |
4. |
What is Kerogen oil? |
A. | Its an unconventional oil produced from the pyrolysis, hydrogenation, or thermal dissolution of Oil Shales |
B. | Its a light crude oil contained in petroleum-bearing formations of shales |
C. | Its an unconventional oil produced from the pyrolysis, hydrogenation, or thermal dissolution of environmental wastes |
D. | It‘s a new form of vegetable oil prepared artificially in laboratory |
Answer» A. Its an unconventional oil produced from the pyrolysis, hydrogenation, or thermal dissolution of Oil Shales |
5. |
Which among the following was first human-made plastic? |
A. | Bakelite |
B. | Polyethene |
C. | Celluloid |
D. | Nylon |
Answer» C. Celluloid |
6. |
Which among the following is the correct impact of the London Forces in the Cycloalkanes? |
A. | The melting and boiling points get increased |
B. | The Melting and boiling points get decreased |
C. | There is not impact on the melting and boiling points |
D. | The melting point increases but boiling point decreases |
Answer» A. The melting and boiling points get increased |
7. |
Gargling with a solution of table salt is known to provide relief for a sore throat because ___ ? |
A. | It kills bacteria |
B. | It works as analgesic |
C. | It dehydrates water from inflammatory tissues by Osmosis |
D. | Placebo effect |
Answer» C. It dehydrates water from inflammatory tissues by Osmosis |
8. |
The Potassium graphite and Calcium Graphite can be mostly used as which among the following? |
A. | Moderators |
B. | Semiconductors |
C. | Superconductors |
D. | Lubricants |
Answer» C. Superconductors |
9. |
Which among the following minerals is also known as Horn Silver? |
A. | Silver Iodide |
B. | Silver Chroride |
C. | Zinc Phosphate |
D. | Silver Sulphide |
Answer» B. Silver Chroride |
10. |
Consider the following particles in relation to the matter:
|
A. | Only 1 |
B. | Only 2 |
C. | Both 1 & 2 |
D. | Neither 1 nor 2 |
Answer» B. Only 2 |
11. |
Polymetallic Modules (PMN) predominantly contain_____? |
A. | Calcium |
B. | Magnesium |
C. | Manganese |
D. | Copper |
Answer» C. Manganese |
12. |
The colors in the fine cut diamond are because of which among the following? |
A. | Variance in transparency of diamond |
B. | Variance in index of refraction |
C. | Presence of Impurities |
D. | Existence of definite planer layers |
Answer» C. Presence of Impurities |
13. |
Benzoepin, Parrysulfan, Phaser, Thiodan, Thionex etc. are the names of which among the following pesticides? |
A. | Kepone |
B. | Paraquat |
C. | Endosulfan |
D. | Toxaphene |
Answer» C. Endosulfan |
14. |
An aqueous solution of Sodium Acetate will be of which among the following nature? |
A. | Acidic |
B. | Basic |
C. | Neutral |
D. | Either acidic or basic depending upon temperature of solution |
Answer» B. Basic |
15. |
Aluminum is getting popular worldwide today as a ―Green Metal‖. Which among the following properties of Aluminum makes it a Green Metal? |
A. | Aluminum has been providing a replacement of wood for saving forests and contributes in environment protection |
B. | Aluminum is a light metal and it is resistant to corrosion |
C. | Aluminum has fairly high rate of recycling and it can be re-used repeatedly without its quality deteriorating |
D. | The lands after the Bauxite mining can be restored very quickly and easily |
Answer» C. Aluminum has fairly high rate of recycling and it can be re-used repeatedly without its quality deteriorating |
16. |
Acetylene cannot be safely pressurized as a pure compound. Which among the following is used for safe storage and transportation of Acetylene? |
A. | Kerosene |
B. | Acetone |
C. | Vinegar (Acetic Acid) |
D. | Propylene glycol |
Answer» B. Acetone |
17. |
Above 70 °C, sodium bicarbonate has a property of gradually decomposing, which makes it usable in Bakery products. Which among the following end product of this Thermal decomposition of Sodium bicarbonate makes it usable for the above purpose? |
A. | Hydrogen |
B. | Carbon Dioxide |
C. | Water Vapor |
D. | Sodium Carbonate |
Answer» B. Carbon Dioxide |
18. |
Which among the following substances is being used most commonly for producing synthetic jet Fuel? |
A. | Coal |
B. | Natural Gas |
C. | Plastic Waste |
D. | Biomass |
Answer» A. Coal |
19. |
A baby diaper, if tested with various solutions, will absorb maximum amount of which among the following: |
A. | Distill Water |
B. | Drinking water |
C. | Hard water |
D. | Urine |
Answer» A. Distill Water |
20. |
Now a days, a little pack of Silica Gel (granular beads of Silica made from Sodium Silicate) comes with many products to control humidity and avoid spoilage or degradation of some goods. Which among the following property of Silica gel makes it useful for that purpose? |
A. | Silica gel molecules are hydrophilic with large surface area and so its molecules trap the moisture |
B. | Silica gel is a Hygroscopic substance with large surface area so its molecules absorb the moisture. |
C. | Silica gel molecules are with a portion that is charge-polarized and capable of hydrogen bonding, thus bonds with the water molecules |
D. | The semi permeable pouch in which silica gel is placed absorbs the moisture which later reacts with water. |
Answer» B. Silica gel is a Hygroscopic substance with large surface area so its molecules absorb the moisture. |
21. |
Which among the following is the correct almost equivalent to 1 MMBTU Natural Gas ? |
A. | 1.054615 gigajoule |
B. | 0.1054615 gigajoul |
C. | 10.54615 gigajoule |
D. | 105.4615 gigajoule |
Answer» A. 1.054615 gigajoule |
22. |
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A. | Only 1 |
B. | Only 2 |
C. | Both 1 & 2 |
D. | Neither 1 nor 2 |
Answer» A. Only 1 |
23. |
Pyrolusite, Braunite, Psilomelane and Rhodochrosite are the ores of which among the following:
|
A. | Only 1 |
B. | Only 1 & 2 |
C. | Only 3 |
D. | Only 1 & 3 |
Answer» A. Only 1 |
24. |
Consider the following statements:
|
A. | Only 1 is correct |
B. | Only 2 is correct |
C. | Both 1 & 2 are correct |
D. | Neither 1 nor 2 are correct |
Answer» C. Both 1 & 2 are correct |
25. |
The first metal to be used by man was: |
A. | Aluminum |
B. | copper |
C. | Iron |
D. | Silver |
Answer» B. copper |
26. |
For respiration in deep sea, divers use mixture of: |
A. | Oxygen and helium |
B. | Oxygen and hydrogen |
C. | Oxygen and carbon dioxide |
D. | Oxygen, Helium & nitrogen |
Answer» D. Oxygen, Helium & nitrogen |
27. |
The minimum temperature at which a combustible substance catches fire is called: |
A. | fireless temperature |
B. | ignition temperature |
C. | static temperature |
D. | optimum temperature |
Answer» B. ignition temperature |
28. |
Consider the following statements regarding Graphene and Fullerene:
|
A. | Only 1 is correct |
B. | Only 2 is correct |
C. | Only 3 is correct |
D. | 1 & 3 are correct |
Answer» D. 1 & 3 are correct |
29. |
Haber Process is used to produce which among the following? |
A. | Potash |
B. | Ammonia |
C. | Urea |
D. | Nitrates |
Answer» B. Ammonia |
30. |
If a Hydrogen atom is removed from a hydrocarbon of Benzene group, the remaining residue is called _________? |
A. | Alkyl |
B. | Aryl |
C. | Arene |
D. | Azene |
Answer» B. Aryl |
31. |
Which among the following kinds of Chemical reactions cause the rocks turn red or yellowish? |
A. | Hydration |
B. | Oxidation |
C. | Carbonation |
D. | Exfoliation |
Answer» B. Oxidation |
32. |
Which among the following is the unit of the scale used for measurement of the spicy heat of a chili pepper? |
A. | Smith |
B. | Wright |
C. | Orville |
D. | Scoville |
Answer» D. Scoville |
33. |
Every kilogram of seawater has approximately how much dissolved salts? |
A. | 1 gm |
B. | 0.35 gms |
C. | 3.5 gms |
D. | 35 gms |
Answer» D. 35 gms |
34. |
Gypsum is added to Cement so that, _________? |
A. | setting of cement can be fastened |
B. | setting of cement can be slowed |
C. | Cement strength can be improved |
D. | Cement strength can be controlled |
Answer» B. setting of cement can be slowed |
35. |
The color ―Carmine‖ is a shade of which among the following colors? |
A. | Red |
B. | Blue |
C. | Yellow |
D. | Green |
Answer» A. Red |
36. |
Consider the following:
|
A. | 1 & 2 |
B. | 1 & 3 |
C. | 2 & 3 |
D. | 1, 2 & 3 |
Answer» D. 1, 2 & 3 |
37. |
Which among the following makes Chile saltpetre different from saltpetre? |
A. | Nitrate |
B. | Sodium |
C. | Magnesium |
D. | Calcium |
Answer» B. Sodium |
38. |
Which among the following is ―Fool‘s Gold‖ ? |
A. | Copper Sulphate |
B. | Iron Sulfide |
C. | Brass |
D. | Silver Bromide |
Answer» B. Iron Sulfide |
39. |
When a piece of quicklime is dipped in water, it gives bubbles. This bubbling is due to which of the following? |
A. | Oxygen |
B. | Carbon Dioxide |
C. | Water Vapour |
D. | Hydrogen |
Answer» C. Water Vapour |
40. |
Which among the following acid is used to ascertain, whether pure Ghee has been adulterated with Vanaspati or Margarine? |
A. | Sulphuric Acid |
B. | Nitric Acid |
C. | Hydrochloric Acid |
D. | Boric Acid |
Answer» C. Hydrochloric Acid |
41. |
Mizoroki-Heck reaction is catalyzed by which of the following metals? |
A. | Rhodium |
B. | Sodium |
C. | Palladium |
D. | Osmium |
Answer» C. Palladium |
42. |
Which among the following is used in preparing windows for X-Ray Tubes ? |
A. | Barium |
B. | Beryllium |
C. | Magnesium |
D. | Calcium |
Answer» B. Beryllium |
43. |
Which among the following first increases than decreases in a Period of a periodic table? |
A. | metallic property |
B. | Chemical Reactiveness |
C. | Valency |
D. | Electron affinity |
Answer» C. Valency |
44. |
Which among the following were not discovered by the time , Mendeleev published his periodic table? |
A. | Lathanides |
B. | Actinides |
C. | Noble Gases |
D. | Halogens |
Answer» C. Noble Gases |
45. |
Ekaboron was an element predicted by Mendeleev and he leaved a space for it in his Periodic Table. Later Ekaboron was identified with _____? |
A. | Gallium |
B. | Scandium |
C. | Technitium |
D. | Germanium |
Answer» B. Scandium |
46. |
Which among the following allotropes of Oxygen is found in 6 phases under various pressures and temperatures? |
A. | Ozone |
B. | Tetra oxygen |
C. | Octaoxygen |
D. | None of them |
Answer» C. Octaoxygen |
47. |
Buckeyballs are basically the allotropes of _________? |
A. | Carbon |
B. | Sulfur |
C. | Phosphorus |
D. | Calcium |
Answer» A. Carbon |
48. |
What is the number of synthetic elements in periodic Table? |
A. | 18 |
B. | 22 |
C. | 24 |
D. | 26 |
Answer» C. 24 |
49. |
Kimberley Process‖ is related to which among the following ? |
A. | Gold |
B. | Diamonds |
C. | Semi Precious Stones |
D. | Aluminium |
Answer» B. Diamonds |
50. |
Which among the following protein is responsible for maintenance of osmotic pressure? |
A. | Beta macroglobulin |
B. | Gamma globulin |
C. | immunoglobulin |
D. | albumin |
Answer» D. albumin |
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