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This section includes 657 Mcqs, each offering curated multiple-choice questions to sharpen your Testing Subject knowledge and support exam preparation. Choose a topic below to get started.
| 1. |
What is the symbol for volume coefficient? |
| A. | F |
| B. | I |
| C. | K |
| D. | E |
| Answer» E. | |
| 2. |
The shear coefficient is also called the firmness coefficient and what is it denoted by? |
| A. | A |
| B. | G |
| C. | C |
| D. | L |
| Answer» C. C | |
| 3. |
Consider the following statements 1. In November 2006, DRDO successfully conducted interception test using Prithvi-II missile. 2. Prithvi-II is a land-to-surface missile and it can be used to protect the metropolis from air attacks. Which of the above statement(s) is/are correct? |
| A. | only 1 |
| B. | only 2 |
| C. | 1 and 2 |
| D. | neither 1 nor 2 |
| Answer» D. neither 1 nor 2 | |
| 4. |
What is the ratio of stress and strain called? |
| A. | isometric process |
| B. | classius statement |
| C. | elasticity coefficient |
| D. | Van de Graaf generator |
| Answer» D. Van de Graaf generator | |
| 5. |
What is the ratio of shear stress to the corresponding shear strain of matter called? |
| A. | elasticity coefficient |
| B. | shear coefficient |
| C. | Van de Graaf generator |
| D. | least count |
| Answer» C. Van de Graaf generator | |
| 6. |
The International Thermonuclear Experimental Reactor (ITER) project is going to be built at which one of the following places? |
| A. | Northern Spain |
| B. | southern france |
| C. | East Germany |
| D. | Southern Italy |
| Answer» C. East Germany | |
| 7. |
Which of the following pair(s) is/are matched? 1. Francis Kellins - Human Genome Mapping 2. Sergey Brin - Google Search Engine 3. Jimmy Wales - Wikipedia |
| A. | 1 and 2 |
| B. | 2 and 3 |
| C. | only 3 |
| D. | all these |
| Answer» E. | |
| 8. |
Who gave the statement of inverse square law to describe the motion of planets? |
| A. | rattle hook |
| B. | Honest Rutherford |
| C. | Marie Curie |
| D. | all three of the above are wrong |
| Answer» B. Honest Rutherford | |
| 9. |
Which of the following is a spacecraft? |
| A. | Apophis |
| B. | Cassini |
| C. | spitzer |
| D. | tecsar |
| Answer» C. spitzer | |
| 10. |
Consider the following statements 1. The Clean Development Strategy (CDM) is one of the Kyoto innovation strategies regarding carbon credits. 2. The projects to be implemented under CDM are related to Annexure-I countries only. Which of the above statement(s) is/are correct? |
| A. | only 1 |
| B. | only 2 |
| C. | 1 and 2 |
| D. | neither 1 nor 2 |
| Answer» D. neither 1 nor 2 | |
| 11. |
Who was appointed as the curator of the experiments of the 'Royal Society' in the year 1662? |
| A. | ledge |
| B. | rabbet hook |
| C. | Step |
| D. | lh jamar |
| Answer» C. Step | |
| 12. |
Where was the first desalination plant started in India to produce one lakh liters of fresh water per day, based on the principle of low temperature thermal desalination? |
| A. | kavasti |
| B. | Port Blair |
| C. | Mangalore |
| D. | Valsad |
| Answer» B. Port Blair | |
| 13. |
Which of the following pairs are correctly matched? Institute Location 1. National Center for Cytology Mysore 2. Center for DNA Fingerprinting and Hyderabad Diagnostics 3. National Brain Research Center Gurgaon |
| A. | 1,2 and 3 |
| B. | 1 and 2 |
| C. | 2 and 3 |
| D. | 1 and 3 |
| Answer» D. 1 and 3 | |
| 14. |
Who did Robert Hook help create Robert Boyle? |
| A. | pure dynamics |
| B. | generator |
| C. | Battery |
| D. | boiler air pump |
| Answer» E. | |
| 15. |
In which university did Robert Hook study but could not do his graduation? |
| A. | London University |
| B. | University of Chicago |
| C. | Paris University |
| D. | Oxford University |
| Answer» E. | |
| 16. |
In which year was Rabat Hook born? |
| A. | 1631 |
| B. | 1634 |
| C. | 1635 |
| D. | 1636 |
| Answer» D. 1636 | |
| 17. |
Where was Robert Hook born? |
| A. | Freshwater, Isle of Wight |
| B. | London |
| C. | Heidelbug |
| D. | Vienna |
| Answer» B. London | |
| 18. |
Where can tensile or compression stresses go? |
| A. | elasticity |
| B. | longitudinal stress |
| C. | net dynamics |
| D. | ITR |
| Answer» C. net dynamics | |
| 19. |
What is the restoring force acting on a unit area called? |
| A. | net dynamics |
| B. | stress |
| C. | polarity of charge |
| D. | all three of the above are wrong |
| Answer» C. polarity of charge | |
| 20. |
In which year did Robert Hooke introduce the law of elasticity? |
| A. | 1676 |
| B. | 1679 |
| C. | 1696 |
| D. | 1707 |
| Answer» B. 1679 | |
| 21. |
In 2008, who among the following conducted a complex, scientific experiment in which subatomic particles were accelerated to nearly the speed of light? |
| A. | European Space Agency |
| B. | european organization for nuclear research |
| C. | International Atomic Energy Agency |
| D. | National Aeronautics and Space Administration |
| Answer» C. International Atomic Energy Agency | |
| 22. |
With reference to Indian defense, consider the following statements: 1. Shaurya missile flies at a speed of more than Mach 8. 2. The range of Shaurya missile is more than 1600 km. Which of the above statement(s) is/are correct? |
| A. | only 1 |
| B. | only 2 |
| C. | 1 and 2 |
| D. | neither 1 nor 2 |
| Answer» E. | |
| 23. |
WIMAX is related to which of the following? |
| A. | Biotechnology |
| B. | Space technology |
| C. | missile technology |
| D. | communication technology |
| Answer» E. | |
| 24. |
Ethanol, a viable bio-fuel with reference to alternative sources of energy, can be obtained from |
| A. | Potato |
| B. | Rice |
| C. | Sugarcane |
| D. | wheat |
| Answer» D. wheat | |
| 25. |
Who among the following scientists proved that arrows with a mass 1.44 times less than the mass of the Sun die and become white dwarf stars? |
| A. | Edwin Hubble |
| B. | S Chandrashekhar |
| C. | Stephen Hawking |
| D. | steven weinberg |
| Answer» C. Stephen Hawking | |
| 26. |
The concept of carbon credit originated from which of the following? |
| A. | Earth Summit, Rio-de-Janeiro |
| B. | Kyoto Protocol |
| C. | Montreal Protocol |
| D. | G8 Summit, Heiligendamm |
| Answer» C. Montreal Protocol | |
| 27. |
Which of the following central ministries implements the Cartagena Protocol on Bio-Safety? |
| A. | Ministry of Science and Technology |
| B. | Ministry of Health and Family Welfare |
| C. | Ministry of Environment and Forests |
| D. | Ministry of Chemicals and Fertilizers |
| Answer» D. Ministry of Chemicals and Fertilizers | |
| 28. |
At present, scientists can determine the configuration of gene units or their relative positions or DNA sequences in a chromosome. How is this knowledge useful to us? 1. With its help the lineage of livestock can be known. 2. With its help the cause of all human diseases can be known. 3. With its help, disease-tolerant breeds of animals can be developed. |
| A. | 1 and 2 |
| B. | only 2 |
| C. | 1 and 3 |
| D. | all these |
| Answer» E. | |
| 29. |
Satellites used for telecommunication broadcasting are placed in the geostationary orbit. A satellite is in such an orbit when- 1. The orbit is geosynchronous. 2. Orbit is circular. 3. The orbit is parallel to the Earth's equator. 4. The orbit takes place at an altitude of 22,236 km. |
| A. | 1,2 and 3 |
| B. | 1,3 and 4 |
| C. | 2 and 4 |
| D. | all these |
| Answer» B. 1,3 and 4 | |
| 30. |
What is the difference between CFL and LED lamp? 1. CFL uses mercury-vapor and incandescent to produce light, whereas LED lamp uses semiconductor materials. 2. The average life-span of CFLs is much longer than that of LED lamps. 3. CFLs are less energy efficient as compared to LED lamps. |
| A. | only 1 |
| B. | 2 and 3 |
| C. | 1 and 3 |
| D. | all these |
| Answer» B. 2 and 3 | |
| 31. |
Government of India is encouraging the cultivation of 'Sea Buckthorn'. What is the importance of this plant? 1. It is helpful in controlling soil erosion and prevents desertification. 2. It is a rich source of biodiesel. 3. It has nutritive value and is well adapted to survive in cold regions of high altitude. 4. Its timber has high commercial value. |
| A. | only 1 |
| B. | 2,3 and 4 |
| C. | 1 and 3 |
| D. | All of the above |
| Answer» D. All of the above | |
| 32. |
A new variety of brinjal has been developed by genetic engineering of brinjal. its goal |
| A. | make it pesticide-cum |
| B. | To make it more tasty and nutritious |
| C. | make it water-resistant |
| D. | Its shelf life is to be increased |
| Answer» B. To make it more tasty and nutritious | |
| 33. |
Recently, the LASIK (Laser Assisted In Situ Keratomileusis) procedure is becoming popular for vision correction. In this context, which one of the following statements is not correct? |
| A. | The LASIK procedure is used to correct refractive defects of the eye |
| B. | This mechanism brings about a permanent change in the size of the mesosphere. |
| C. | This mechanism reduces a person's dependence on glasses or contact lenses. |
| D. | This procedure can be performed on a person of any age |
| Answer» E. | |
| 34. |
Apart from Jatropha carcass, why is Pongamia pinata considered a good choice for the production of organic diesel in India? 1. Pongamia pinnata grows naturally in most of the dry regions of India. 2. The seeds of Pongamia pinnata are rich in lipid content, of which about half is oleic acid. |
| A. | only 1 |
| B. | only 2 |
| C. | 1 and 2 |
| D. | neither 1 nor 2 |
| Answer» D. neither 1 nor 2 | |
| 35. |
With reference to space technology, what is 'Bhuvan', which was in news recently? |
| A. | A mini-satellite launched by ISRO to promote distance learning in India |
| B. | Name of the next moon-impact investigator (Moon Impact Probe), Chandrayaan-II |
| C. | Geoportal of ISRO which has the capability of stereoscopic image of India |
| D. | A space telescope developed in India |
| Answer» D. A space telescope developed in India | |
| 36. |
A device called the CyberKnife has been in the news for the treatment of cancer tumors. In this context, which one of the following statements is not correct? |
| A. | It is a robotic image-guided system |
| B. | It delivers very precise amounts of radiation |
| C. | It has the ability to achieve submillimeter precision |
| D. | It can map the spread of tumors in the body |
| Answer» E. | |
| 37. |
Consider the following 1. Bluetooth device 2. Wireless phone (cordless phone) 3. Microwave oven 4. Wi-Fi device Which of the above statements can operate on 2.4 and 2.5 GHz radio frequency bands? |
| A. | 1 and 2 |
| B. | 3 and 4 |
| C. | 1,2 and 4 |
| D. | all these |
| Answer» E. | |
| 38. |
Below are the names of four energy crops. Which one of these can be cultivated for ethanol? |
| A. | Jatropha |
| B. | Maize |
| C. | pongamia |
| D. | Sunflower |
| Answer» C. pongamia | |
| 39. |
Which of the following is/are not in the GSM family of wireless technologies? |
| A. | EDGE |
| B. | LTE |
| C. | DSL |
| D. | Both EDGE and LTE |
| Answer» D. Both EDGE and LTE | |
| 40. |
With reference to 'stem cells' which are often in the news, which of the following statement(s) is/are correct? 1. Stem cells can be obtained only from mammals. 2. Stem cells can be used to test new drugs. 3. Stem cells can be used for medical therapy. |
| A. | 1 and 2 |
| B. | 2 and 3 |
| C. | only 3 |
| D. | 1,2 and 3 |
| Answer» C. only 3 | |
| 41. |
Graphene is often in the headlines these days. What is its importance? 1. It is a two-dimensional material and has excellent electrical conductivity. 2. It is one of the dilute but most potent substances ever tested. 3. It is completely made of silicon and has high visual transparency. 4. It can be used as a 'driver electrode' for touch screens, LCDs and organic LEDs. |
| A. | 1 and 2 |
| B. | 3 and 4 |
| C. | 1,2 and 4 |
| D. | all these |
| Answer» D. all these | |
| 42. |
What is the role of ultraviolet (ultra-violet, UV) radiation in water purification systems? 1. It inactivates / destroys harmful microorganisms present in water. 2. It removes all the undesirable odors present in the water. 3. It accelerates the sedimentation of solid particles present in water, removes turbidity and improves the purity of water. |
| A. | only 1 |
| B. | 2 and 3 |
| C. | 1 and 3 |
| D. | all these |
| Answer» B. 2 and 3 | |
| 43. |
Apart from resistance to pests, what are the possibilities for which genetically modified plants have been created? 1. Enabling them to tolerate drought. 2. To increase the nutritional value of the product. 3. To enable them to grow and perform photosynthesis in spacecraft and space stations. 4. Extending Their Shelf Life |
| A. | 1 and 2 |
| B. | 3 and 4 |
| C. | 1,2 and 4 |
| D. | all these |
| Answer» D. all these | |
| 44. |
Bharat Hari Singhania has been appointed as the new chairman of which Indian company? |
| A. | Birla Group |
| B. | JK Organization |
| C. | Madras Rubber Factory |
| D. | Parle Agro |
| Answer» C. Madras Rubber Factory | |
| 45. |
In which sport does Jitu Rai represent India? |
| A. | badminton |
| B. | Shooting |
| C. | Fencing |
| D. | korf hair |
| Answer» C. Fencing | |
| 46. |
Asteroid 316,201 Malalais located in the main belt of which two planets? |
| A. | Mercury and Mars |
| B. | Venus and Mars |
| C. | Mars and Earth |
| D. | Mars and Jupiter |
| Answer» E. | |
| 47. |
Which of the following formula drives Lewis Hamilton for the franchise? |
| A. | ferrari |
| B. | Lotus |
| C. | mercedes |
| D. | sauber |
| Answer» D. sauber | |
| 48. |
Mycorrhizal biotechnology has been used to rehabilitate degraded sites because of the ability of plants to 1. resistance to drought and increase absorption area through fungicides. 2. The ability to tolerate extreme limits of ph comes. 3. From disease comes the capacity for resistance. |
| A. | only 1 |
| B. | 2 and 3 |
| C. | 1 and 3 |
| D. | All of the above |
| Answer» E. | |
| 49. |
Consider the following organisms 1. Agauricus 2. Nostoc 3. Spirogyra Which of the above is/are used as biofertilizers? |
| A. | 1 and 2 |
| B. | only 2 |
| C. | 2 and 3 |
| D. | only 3 |
| Answer» C. 2 and 3 | |
| 50. |
With reference to the utility of the by-product of the sugar industry, which of the following statement(s) is/are correct? 1. Bagasse can be used as biomass fuel for energy production. 2. Molasses can be used as a feedstock for the production of synthetic chemical fertilizers. 3. Molasses can be used for ethanol production. |
| A. | only 1 |
| B. | 2 and 3 |
| C. | 1 and 3 |
| D. | all these |
| Answer» D. all these | |