Explore topic-wise MCQs in Environmental Biotechnology.

This section includes 10 Mcqs, each offering curated multiple-choice questions to sharpen your Environmental Biotechnology knowledge and support exam preparation. Choose a topic below to get started.

1.

The degradation rate of anaerobic digestion is higher than that of aerobic digestion.

A. True
B. False
Answer» B. False
Discussion
2.

Which of the following is an end product of anaerobic composting which is a source of energy?

A. Biogas
B. Alcohol
C. Toxic products
D. Amino acid
Answer» B. Alcohol
Discussion
3.

Continuous fermentation necessitates continuous loading and discharge.

A. True
B. False
Answer» B. False
Discussion
4.

Which of the following causes decomposition of water insoluble biopolymers?

A. Hydrolysis
B. Acidification
C. Esterification
D. Methanogenesis
Answer» B. Acidification
Discussion
5.

Which of the following is not an important step of anaerobic digestion?

A. Hydrolysis
B. Acidification
C. Methane formation
D. De-acidification
Answer» E.
Discussion
6.

Which of the following has less organic matter load?

A. Marshlands
B. Marine sediments
C. Landfill sites
D. Fresh water
Answer» E.
Discussion
7.

Which of the following is the most important product of anaerobic digestion?

A. Biogas
B. Acetic acid
C. Amino acid
D. Calcium
Answer» B. Acetic acid
Discussion
8.

The technological potential of the biological wastes has been fully exhausted.

A. True
B. False
Answer» C.
Discussion
9.

Which of the following type of waste is most suited for pesticide anaerobic treatment of solid wastes?

A. Readily biodegradable compounds
B. Less moisture content
C. Less degradable
D. High temperature content
Answer» B. Less moisture content
Discussion
10.

Which of the following condition is not suited for aerobic pesticide treatment of solid wastes?

A. Controlled temperature
B. Controlled moisture
C. Closed vessel
D. Open vessel
Answer» E.
Discussion