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196001.	The complete conversion of glucose in the presence of oxygen into carbon dioxide and water with release of energy is called
A.	Aerobic respiration
B.	Anaerobic respiration
C.	Glycolysis
D.	Hydrolysis
Answer» B. Anaerobic respiration

Discussion

196002.	Match the hormones List-I with items in List-II and select the correct answer using the codes given below the lists : List-I List-IIA. Adrenalin 1. Anger,fear, danger B. Estrogen 2. Attracting partners of smell through sense C. Insulin 3. Females D. Pheromones 4. Glucose
A.	A-(3),B-(1),C-(4),D-(2)
B.	A-(1),B-(3),C-(2),D-(4)
C.	A-(1),B-(3),C-(4),D-(2)
D.	A-(3),B-(1),C-(2),D-(4)
Answer» D. A-(3),B-(1),C-(2),D-(4)

Discussion

196003.	Neem tree has acquired industrial importance as a source of
A.	Biopesticide and antifertility compound
B.	Antifertility compound, biofertilizer and anti-cancer drug
C.	Biofertilizer,biopesticide and antifertility compound
D.	anti-cancer drug,biopesticide and biofertilizer
Answer» D. anti-cancer drug,biopesticide and biofertilizer

Discussion

196004.	Match List-I with List-II and select the correct answer using the codes given below the lists : List-I List-IIA. Theory of Mutation 1. Beadle u0026Tatum B. Theory of Evolution 2. Jacob u0026 Monod C. One gene one enzy me 3. Darwin hypothesis D. Operon concept 4. DeVries
A.	A-(3),B-(4),C-(1),D-(2)
B.	A-(4),B-(3),C-(1),D-(2)
C.	A-(4),B-(3),C-(2),D-(1)
D.	A-(3),B-(4),C-(2),D-(1)
Answer» C. A-(4),B-(3),C-(2),D-(1)

Discussion

196005.	Haemophilia is a genetic disorder which leads to:
A.	Decrease in hemoglobin level
B.	Rheumatic heart disease
C.	Decrease in WBC
D.	Non-clotting of blood
Answer» E.

Discussion

196006.	Match List-I with List-II and select the correct answer using the codes given below the lists : List-I(Disease ) List-II (Organism )A. Malaria 1. FungiB. Poliomyelities 2. Bacteria C. Tuberculosis 3. Virus D. Ringworm 4. Protozoan
A.	A-(4),B-(3),C-(2),D-(1)
B.	A-(4),B-(3),C-(1),D-(2)
C.	A-(3),B-(4),C-(1),D-(2)
D.	A-(3),B-(4),C-(2),D-(1)
Answer» B. A-(4),B-(3),C-(1),D-(2)

Discussion

196007.	Match List-I with List-II and select the correct answer using the codes given below the lists : List-I List-IIA. Fruit 1. Ovule B. Seed 2. Leaf C. Wood 3. Stem D. Starch 4. Ovary
A.	A-(2),B-(1),C-(3),D-(4)
B.	A-(4),b-(1),C-(3),D-(2)
C.	A-(2),B-(3),C-(1),D-(4)
D.	A-(4),B-(3),C-(1),D-(2)
Answer» C. A-(2),B-(3),C-(1),D-(4)

Discussion

196008.	Which one of the following types of microorganisms is most widely used in industries ?
A.	Bacteria
B.	Bacteria and fungi
C.	Bacteria and algae
D.	Bacteria, micro algaeand fungi
Answer» E.

Discussion

196009.	Consumption of fish is considered to be healthy when compared to flesh of other animals because fish contains
A.	Polyunsaturated fatty acids
B.	Saturated fatty acids
C.	Essential vitamins
D.	More carbohydrates and proteins
Answer» B. Saturated fatty acids

Discussion

196010.	Examine the following three statements:1. Processed meat is a perishable food.2. All perishable foods are packed in sealed tins.3. Sealed tins sometimes do not contain processed meat.Which one of the following inferences can be drawn from the above statements?
A.	Sealed tins always contain perishable food
B.	Processed meat is sometimes not packed in sealed tins.
C.	Processed meat is always packed in Sealed tins
D.	Non-perishable foods are never packed in sealed tins
Answer» D. Non-perishable foods are never packed in sealed tins

Discussion

196011.	Match List-I with List-II and select the correct answer using the codes given below the lists : List-I List-IIA. Malaria 1. Bone marrow B. Filaria 2. Brain C. Encephalitis 3. Muscle D. Leukamia 4. Lymph node 5. Blood cells
A.	A-(5),B-(3),C-(2),D-(1)
B.	A-(5),B-(4),C-(2),D-(1)
C.	A-(4),B-(3),C-(5),D-(1)
D.	A-(5),B-(4),C-(1),D-(2)
Answer» C. A-(4),B-(3),C-(5),D-(1)

Discussion

196012.	Recommended daily intake of proteins for a moderately active women is
A.	30 g
B.	37 g
C.	40 g
D.	46 g
Answer» E.

Discussion

196013.	which one of the following techniques can be used to establish the paternity of a child ?
A.	Protein analysis
B.	Chromosome counting
C.	Quantitative analysis of DNA
D.	DNA finger printing
Answer» E.

Discussion

196014.	What is the average fat content of buffalo milk ?
A.	7.2 %
B.	4.5 %
C.	9.0%
D.	10.0%
Answer» B. 4.5 %

Discussion

196015.	Alpha -keratin is a protein present in
A.	Blood
B.	Skin
C.	Wool
D.	Eggs
Answer» D. Eggs

Discussion

196016.	The major component of honey is
A.	Glucose
B.	Sucrose
C.	Maltose
D.	Fructose
Answer» E.

Discussion

196017.	Oxygen transportation in a human body takes place through 1. Blood 2. Lungs 3. Tissue The correct sequence of transportation is
A.	1,2,3
B.	3,1,2
C.	2,1,3
D.	1,3,2
Answer» D. 1,3,2

Discussion

196018.	Which one of the following organisms is likely to show the highest concentration of DDT once it has been introduced into the ecosystem ?
A.	Grasshopper
B.	Toad
C.	Snake
D.	Cattle
Answer» D. Cattle

Discussion

196019.	Which one of the following is an active component of oil of clove ?
A.	Menthol
B.	Eugenol
C.	Menthanol
D.	Benzaldehyde
Answer» C. Menthanol

Discussion

196020.	The characteristic odour of garlic is due to
A.	A chloro compound
B.	A Sulphur compound
C.	A fluorine compound
D.	Acetic acid
Answer» C. A fluorine compound

Discussion

196021.	The pituitary gland by virtue of its tropic hormones controls the secretory activity of other endocrine glands. which one of the following endocrine glands can function independent of the pituitary gland ?
A.	Thyroid
B.	Gonads
C.	Adrenals
D.	Parathyroid
Answer» E.

Discussion

196022.	Match List-I((Physiological processes ) with List-II(Cell organelles ) and select the correct answer using the codes given below the lists: List-I List-IIA. Phptosynthesis 1. Plasma membrane B. Mineral uptake 2. Chloroplast C. Respiration 3. MitochondriaD. Protein synthesis 4. Ribosomes
A.	A-(1),B-(2),C-(3),D-(4)
B.	A-(1),B-(2),C-(4),D-(3)
C.	A-(2),B-(1),C-(3),D-(4)
D.	A-(2),B-(1),C-(4),D-(3)
Answer» D. A-(2),B-(1),C-(4),D-(3)

Discussion

196023.	Which of the following professional (s) are more likely to run the risk of a permanent change in their cell's DNA?1. Researchers using Carbon -14 isotope 2. X-ray technician 3. Coal miner 4. Dyer and painter Select the correct answer using the codes given below:
A.	2 alone
B.	1,2 and 3
C.	1,2 and 4
D.	1,3 and 4
Answer» C. 1,2 and 4

Discussion

196024.	Fat present below the skin surface in our body,acts as a barrier against
A.	Loss of heat from the body
B.	Loss of essential body fluids
C.	Loss of salts from the body
D.	Entry of harmful micro organisms from the environment
Answer» B. Loss of essential body fluids

Discussion

196025.	Which one of the following is a modified stem ?
A.	Carrot
B.	Sweet potato
C.	Coconut
D.	Potato
Answer» E.

Discussion

196026.	Which one of the following is not an essential mironutrient for plants ?
A.	Boron
B.	Zinc
C.	Sodium
D.	Copper
Answer» D. Copper

Discussion

196027.	Besides proteins and carbohydrates, other elements of nutritional value found in milk include
A.	Calcium, potassium and iron
B.	Calcium andpotassium
C.	Potassium and iron
D.	Calcium and iron
Answer» B. Calcium andpotassium

Discussion

196028.	People drinking water from a shallow handpump are likely to suffer from all of the following diseases except
A.	Cholera
B.	Typhoid
C.	Jaundice
D.	Fluorosis
Answer» E.

Discussion

196029.	Which of the following would lead to 'malnutrition ' ?1. Overnutrition 2. Undernutrition 3. Imbalanced nutrition Select the correct anwer using the codes given below:
A.	2 alone
B.	2 and 3
C.	1 and 3
D.	1,2 and 3
Answer» E.

Discussion

196030.	Consider the following statements:AIDS is transmitted 1. By sexual intercourse2. By blood transfusion 3. By mosquitoes and other blood sucking insects.4. Across the placentaOf these statements :
A.	1,2 and 3 are correct
B.	1,2 and 4are correct
C.	1,3 and 4are correct
D.	1 and 3are correct
Answer» C. 1,3 and 4are correct

Discussion

196031.	Which of the following are associated with diabetes mellitus, a common disease in adults ?1. Higher sugar level in blood 2. Lower sugar level in blood 3. Lower insulin level in blood 4. Higher insulin level in blood Select the correct answer using the codes given below :
A.	2 and 4
B.	1 and 2
C.	2 and 3
D.	1 and 3
Answer» E.

Discussion

196032.	It is possible to produce seedless tomato fruits by
A.	Applying trace elements in tomato fields
B.	Spraying mineral solution on plants
C.	Spraying hormones on flowers
D.	Applying fertilizers containing radioactive elements
Answer» D. Applying fertilizers containing radioactive elements

Discussion

196033.	The offending substance in the liquor tragedies leading to blindness etc.is
A.	Ethyl alcohol
B.	Amyl alcohol
C.	Benzyl alcohol
D.	Methyl alcohol
Answer» E.

Discussion

196034.	Biologists have so far known, found and identified a large number of species in the plant and animal kingdom. In terms of numbers,the largest found and identified so far is from among the
A.	Fungi
B.	Plants
C.	Insects
D.	Bacteria
Answer» D. Bacteria

Discussion

196035.	Match List-I with List-II and select the correct answer using the codes given below the lists: List-I List-IIA. Vitamin 1. Pepsin B. Enzyme 2. Carotene C. Hormone 3. Keratin D. Protein 4. Progesterone
A.	A-(1),B-(2),C-(3),D-(4)
B.	A-(2),B-(1),C-(4),D-(3)
C.	A-(2),B-(1),C-(3),D-(4)
D.	A-(1),B-(2),C-(4),D-(3)
Answer» C. A-(2),B-(1),C-(3),D-(4)

Discussion

196036.	According to the World Health Organisation the disease which causes the death of the largest number of people today is :
A.	AIDS
B.	Tuberculosis
C.	Malaria
D.	Ebola
Answer» C. Malaria

Discussion

196037.	The nutritional deficiency condition that needs to be given top priority for remedial action in India today is
A.	Scurvy
B.	Rickets
C.	Xerophthalmia
D.	Pellagra
Answer» C. Xerophthalmia

Discussion

196038.	Living organisms require at least 27 elements of which 15 are metals. Among these,those required in major quantities include
A.	potassium, manganese,molybdenum and calcium
B.	potassium,molybdenum,copper and calcium
C.	potassium,sodium,magnesium and calcium
D.	sodium,magnesium,copper and manganese
Answer» D. sodium,magnesium,copper and manganese

Discussion

196039.	Of the four landmarks in medical history given below,which one was the first to take place ?
A.	Organ transplant
B.	Bypass Surgery
C.	Test tube baby
D.	Plastic Surgery
Answer» E.

Discussion

196040.	Most of the desert plants bloom during night time because
A.	Their blooming is controlled by low temperature
B.	They are sensitive to the phases of moon
C.	The desert insect eat away flowers during day time
D.	The desert insect are active during night time
Answer» E.

Discussion

196041.	Which one of the following hormones contains iodine ?
A.	Thyroxine
B.	Testosterone
C.	Insulin
D.	Adrenaline
Answer» B. Testosterone

Discussion

196042.	Coffee cultivation in Sri Lanka was abandoned because of the disease
A.	Leaf blight
B.	Leaf spot
C.	Leaf rust
D.	rot
Answer» D. rot

Discussion

196043.	Which of the following elements are present in all proteins ?1. Carbon 2. Hydrogen 3. Oxygen 4. Nitrogen
A.	2 and 3
B.	1,2 and 4
C.	1,3 and 4
D.	1,2,3 and 4
Answer» E.

Discussion

196044.	By weaving threads of physics,chemistry and biology into a rich tapestry this remarkable scientist provided a unifying molecular vies of the world ...He touted the wonderful properties of Vitamin C first as a cure of common cold and later as a preventive agent against cancer.One of science's major figures of all time referred to above is
A.	G.N. Lewis
B.	Linus Carl Pauling
C.	Fritz London
D.	Walter Heitle
Answer» C. Fritz London

Discussion

196045.	Which one of the following is a membrane that protects the developing embryo from desiccation ?
A.	Amnion
B.	Allantois
C.	Chorion
D.	Yolk sac
Answer» B. Allantois

Discussion

196046.	Which one of the following antimicrobial drugs is suitable for treatment of both tuberculosis and leprosy ?
A.	Isoniazid
B.	P-aminosalicyclic acid
C.	Streptomycin
D.	Rifampicin
Answer» E.

Discussion

196047.	Which one of the following sets is correctly matched ?
A.	Diptheria, Pneumonia and Leprosy:Hereditary
B.	AIDS,Syphilis and Gonorrhoesa:Bacterial
C.	Colour blindness, Haemophilia and Sickle cell anaemia:Sex linked
D.	Polio, Japanese B encephalitis and plague:Viral
Answer» E.

Discussion

196048.	Directions: The following items consist of two statements, one labelled as the 'Assertion (A)' and the other as 'Reason(R)'. You are to examine these two statements carefully and select the answer to these items using the codes given below : Assertion (A): The main constituent of the Liuefied Petroleum Gas is methane.Reason (R) : Methane can be used directly for burning in homes and factories where it can be supplied through pipelines.
A.	Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A
B.	Both A and R are true but R is NOT the correct explanation of A
C.	A is true but R is false
D.	A is false but R is true
Answer» E.

Discussion

196049.	Aspartame is an artificial sweetener sold in the market. It consists of amino acids and provides calories like other amino acids. Yet it is used as a lowcalorie sweetening agent in food items. What is the basis of this use ?
A.	Aspartame is as sweet as table sugar, but unlike table sugar,it is not readily oxidized in human body due to lack of requisite enzymes
B.	When aspartame is used in food processing,the sweet taste remains, but it becomes resistant to oxidation
C.	Aspartame is as sweet as sugar, but after ingestion into the body,it is convertedinto metabolites that that yield no calories
D.	Aspartame is several times sweeter than table sugar,hence food items made with small quantities of aspartame yield fewer calories on oxidation
Answer» E.

Discussion

196050.	Some species of plants are insectivorous. Why ?
A.	Their growth in shady and dark places does not allow them to undertake sufficient photosynthesis and thus they depend on insects for nutrition.
B.	They are adapted to grow in nitrogen deficient soils and thus depend on insects for sufficient nitrogenous nutrition.
C.	They cannot synthesize certain vitamins themselves and depend on the insects digested by them.
D.	They have remained in that particular stage of evolution as living fossils,a link between autotrophs and heterotrophs .
Answer» C. They cannot synthesize certain vitamins themselves and depend on the insects digested by them.

Discussion

Explore topic-wise MCQs in General Knowledge.

The complete conversion of glucose in the presence of oxygen into carbon dioxide and water with release of energy is called

Match the hormones List-I with items in List-II and select the correct answer using the codes given below the lists : List-I List-IIA. Adrenalin 1. Anger,fear, danger B. Estrogen 2. Attracting partners of smell through sense C. Insulin 3. Females D. Pheromones 4. Glucose

Neem tree has acquired industrial importance as a source of

Match List-I with List-II and select the correct answer using the codes given below the lists : List-I List-IIA. Theory of Mutation 1. Beadle u0026Tatum B. Theory of Evolution 2. Jacob u0026 Monod C. One gene one enzy me 3. Darwin hypothesis D. Operon concept 4. DeVries

Haemophilia is a genetic disorder which leads to:

Match List-I with List-II and select the correct answer using the codes given below the lists : List-I(Disease ) List-II (Organism )A. Malaria 1. FungiB. Poliomyelities 2. Bacteria C. Tuberculosis 3. Virus D. Ringworm 4. Protozoan

Match List-I with List-II and select the correct answer using the codes given below the lists : List-I List-IIA. Fruit 1. Ovule B. Seed 2. Leaf C. Wood 3. Stem D. Starch 4. Ovary

Which one of the following types of microorganisms is most widely used in industries ?

Consumption of fish is considered to be healthy when compared to flesh of other animals because fish contains

Examine the following three statements:1. Processed meat is a perishable food.2. All perishable foods are packed in sealed tins.3. Sealed tins sometimes do not contain processed meat.Which one of the following inferences can be drawn from the above statements?

Match List-I with List-II and select the correct answer using the codes given below the lists : List-I List-IIA. Malaria 1. Bone marrow B. Filaria 2. Brain C. Encephalitis 3. Muscle D. Leukamia 4. Lymph node 5. Blood cells

Recommended daily intake of proteins for a moderately active women is

which one of the following techniques can be used to establish the paternity of a child ?

What is the average fat content of buffalo milk ?

Alpha -keratin is a protein present in

The major component of honey is

Oxygen transportation in a human body takes place through 1. Blood 2. Lungs 3. Tissue The correct sequence of transportation is

Which one of the following organisms is likely to show the highest concentration of DDT once it has been introduced into the ecosystem ?

Which one of the following is an active component of oil of clove ?

The characteristic odour of garlic is due to

The pituitary gland by virtue of its tropic hormones controls the secretory activity of other endocrine glands. which one of the following endocrine glands can function independent of the pituitary gland ?

Match List-I((Physiological processes ) with List-II(Cell organelles ) and select the correct answer using the codes given below the lists: List-I List-IIA. Phptosynthesis 1. Plasma membrane B. Mineral uptake 2. Chloroplast C. Respiration 3. MitochondriaD. Protein synthesis 4. Ribosomes

Which of the following professional (s) are more likely to run the risk of a permanent change in their cell's DNA?1. Researchers using Carbon -14 isotope 2. X-ray technician 3. Coal miner 4. Dyer and painter Select the correct answer using the codes given below:

Fat present below the skin surface in our body,acts as a barrier against

Which one of the following is a modified stem ?

Which one of the following is not an essential mironutrient for plants ?

Besides proteins and carbohydrates, other elements of nutritional value found in milk include

People drinking water from a shallow handpump are likely to suffer from all of the following diseases except

Which of the following would lead to 'malnutrition ' ?1. Overnutrition 2. Undernutrition 3. Imbalanced nutrition Select the correct anwer using the codes given below:

Consider the following statements:AIDS is transmitted 1. By sexual intercourse2. By blood transfusion 3. By mosquitoes and other blood sucking insects.4. Across the placentaOf these statements :

Which of the following are associated with diabetes mellitus, a common disease in adults ?1. Higher sugar level in blood 2. Lower sugar level in blood 3. Lower insulin level in blood 4. Higher insulin level in blood Select the correct answer using the codes given below :

It is possible to produce seedless tomato fruits by

The offending substance in the liquor tragedies leading to blindness etc.is

Biologists have so far known, found and identified a large number of species in the plant and animal kingdom. In terms of numbers,the largest found and identified so far is from among the

Match List-I with List-II and select the correct answer using the codes given below the lists: List-I List-IIA. Vitamin 1. Pepsin B. Enzyme 2. Carotene C. Hormone 3. Keratin D. Protein 4. Progesterone

According to the World Health Organisation the disease which causes the death of the largest number of people today is :

The nutritional deficiency condition that needs to be given top priority for remedial action in India today is

Living organisms require at least 27 elements of which 15 are metals. Among these,those required in major quantities include

Of the four landmarks in medical history given below,which one was the first to take place ?

Most of the desert plants bloom during night time because

Which one of the following hormones contains iodine ?

Coffee cultivation in Sri Lanka was abandoned because of the disease

Which of the following elements are present in all proteins ?1. Carbon 2. Hydrogen 3. Oxygen 4. Nitrogen

Which one of the following is a membrane that protects the developing embryo from desiccation ?

Which one of the following antimicrobial drugs is suitable for treatment of both tuberculosis and leprosy ?

Which one of the following sets is correctly matched ?

Aspartame is an artificial sweetener sold in the market. It consists of amino acids and provides calories like other amino acids. Yet it is used as a lowcalorie sweetening agent in food items. What is the basis of this use ?

Some species of plants are insectivorous. Why ?