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551.

Consider the following statements: Nitrogen is an essential constituent of 1. soils 2. animals 3. plants Which of the statements given above is/are correct ? (a) 3 only (b) 1 and 3 only (c) 1 and 2 only (d) 1, 2 and 3

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The correct option is: (c) 1 and 2 only

Explanation:

Nitrogen is a essential constituent of all vegetables and animal proteins. Soil contains nitrogen as ammonium salts.

552.

While tinning of brass utensils, the ammonium chloride powder used to clean the hot utensil produces fumes of (a) ammonia (b) carbon monoxide (c) hydrochloric acid (d) ammonia and hydrochloric acid

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(d) ammonia and hydrochloric acid.

Explanation:

It produces fumes of ammonia and hydrochloric acid

553.

When iron is left exposed in open air, it gets rusted. Which constituent(s) of air is /are responsible for rusting iron? 1. Oxygen gas present in air 2. Moisture present in air 3. Carbon dioxide gas present in air Select the correct answer using the codes given below : (a) 1 only (b) 2 only (c) 1 and 2 (d) 2 and 3

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The correct option is: (c) 1 and 2

Explanation:

Both oxygen and moisture present in air cause rusting of iron.

554.

Hydrofluoric acid is not kept in glass bottles because it reacts with (a) visible light (b) sodium oxide of glass (c) aluminium oxide of glass (d) silicon dioxide of glass

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(d) silicon dioxide of glass

Explanation:

Hydrofluoric acid is one of the most dangerous acids known. It needs to be treated differently then even strong acids like sulphuric and hydrochloric. HF reacts with many materials, therefore, avoid contact with glass, concrete, metals, water, other acids, oxidizers, reducers, alkalis, combustibles, organics and ceramics. 

555.

Match List-I with List-II and select the correct answer from the codes given below:List-I List-IIA. Silicon carbide1. Photosynthesis B. Carbon fibre2. RefrigerantC. Carbon dioxide3. Artificial diamondD. Dichloro-difluro- methane4. AircraftCodes:

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The correct option is : (B)

Explanation:

As a gemstone used in jewellery, silicon carbide is called "synthetic moissanite" or just "moissanite". Moissanite is similar to diamond in several important respects it is transparent and hard. Moissanite has become popular as a diamond substitute, and may be misidentified as diamond, since its thermal conductivity is close to that of diamond, more than any other diamond substitute.

The properties of carbon fibres, such as high stiffness, high tensile strength, low weight, high chemical resistance, high-temperature tolerance and low thermal expansion, make them very popular in aerospace, civil engineering, military, and motorsports.

Dichlorodifluoromethane (R-12) is a colourless gas, and usually sold under the brand nameFreon-12, is a chlorofluorocarbon halo-methane (CFC), used as a refrigerant and aerosol spray propellant.

In photosynthesis, solar energy is converted to chemical energy. The chemical energy is stored in the form of glucose (sugar). Carbon dioxide, water, and sunlight are used to produce glucose, oxygen, and water. 

556.

What are partnerships?

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A partnership is a form of business where two or more people share ownership, as well as the responsibility for managing the company and the income or losses the business generates. That income is paid to partners, who then claim it on their personal tax returns – the business is not taxed separately, as corporations are, on its profits or losses. 

There are three types of partnerships: 

(i) General partnership

(ii) Limited partnership 

(iii) Joint venture

557.

Distinguish between public and private company on the basis of the following: a. Number of members b. Prospectus c. Number of directors d. Transfer of shares e. Minimum paid up capital

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Basis of differencePublic company  Private company
a) Number of members Minimum number of member required to form a public company is seven and no limit on maximum members.Minimum number of persons required to form a private company is two members Maximum fifty members
b)Prospectus Compulsory to issue a prospectus. Not necessary to issue prospectus. 
c) Number of directorsMinimum three directors.Minimum two directors 
d) Transfer of shares Freely transferablePrior permission is required for transfer of shares. 
e) Minimum paid up capital Minimum paid up capital must be Five lakhs Minimum paid capital must be One lakh

558.

Advertising cannot be done by using the medium of a. Television.b. Internet.c. Salesman. d. Radio. 

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Advertising cannot be done by using the medium of Salesman. 

559.

Which of the following is not a print media of advertising.a. Internet. b. Newspapers. c. posters.d. magazines.

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 Internet is not a print media of advertising.

560.

Which of the following is not a print media of Advertising a) Internet b) Newspapers c) Posters d) Magazines 

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Internet  is not a print media of Advertising.

561.

Can all varieties of goods be purchased through mail? State the qualities that should be possessed by goods to be traded through mail. 

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No, all varieties of goods can not be purchased through mail. Qualities that should be possessed by goods to be traded through mail:

(i) Light weight goods and the ones that occupy less space. Bulky goods can not be sold through mail. 

(ii) Durable and non-perishable goods. 

(iii) Goods having high demand in the market. 

(iv) Goods having delivery charges relatively lower than their price. 

(v) Goods those are easy to handle. 

562.

‘It is a large scale retail shop where a large variety of goods are sold in a single building.’ Identify the form of retail trade indicated in this statement and explain its advantages.

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Form of retail trade indicated in this statement is Departmental Store. Advantages of Departmental Store: 

(i) Convenience of shopping: Since a large variety of commodities are sold in one building, there is no need to move from one market to another or from one shop to another. 

(ii) Wide choice of products: A wide variety of products from different producers are sold in these shops. Hence a customer has a wide choice of goods from which he/she can select the best product as needed. 

(iii) Economies of large scale purchase and sale: Departmental stores buy goods on large scale. Therefore, they can bypass wholesalers and get the goods directly from the manufacturers. Hence they enjoy the benefits of discount from the manufacturers and economies of large scale purchase and sale. 

(iv) Mutual Advertisement: While visiting departmental store, customers are often attracted by goods displayed in different departments. Thus, each department advertises for other departments. 

(v) Efficient Management: These stores are organized on a large scale basis. Therefore they are able to employ efficient and competent staff to provide best services to the customers.

563.

Which of the following is a tool of Sales Promotion a) Free Samples b) Advertising c) Publicity d) Personal Selling 

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Free Samples is a tool of Sales Promotion.

564.

What is meant by purchase? 

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Purchase

It is the process through which a person gets the ownership of goods or properties transferred to his/her name from another person on payment of money. 

565.

What is meant by ‘Debit Note’?

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Debit Note: 

It is a document prepared by the seller informing the buyer that his account has been debited with a particular amount. 

566.

Describe briefly any three methods of sale.

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Methods of sale: 

(i) Sale on hire purchase basis 

(ii) Sale through installment payment system 

(iii) Sale on approval basis 

(iv) Sale through tenders 

(v) Auction sale (vi) Wash sales

567.

Briefly describe any three methods of sale. 

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Methods of sale .

(i) Sale on hire purchase basis. 

(ii) Sale through installment payment system. 

(iii) Sale on approval basis. 

(iv) Sale through tenders. 

(v) Auction sale. 

(vi) Wash sales. 

568.

List any three points of importance of personal selling. 

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Following are the points of importance of personal selling. 

I. It creates demand for products both new as well as existing ones. 

II. It creates new customers and thus helps in expanding the market for the product. 

III. It leads to product improvement. 

iv. Personal selling provides an opportunity to the consumers to know about new products introduced in the market. 

V. It is because of personal selling that customers come to know about the use of the new products. 

Vi. Personal selling also guides customers in selecting goods best suited to their requirements and tastes. 

Vii. Personal selling gives an opportunity to the customers to put forward their complaints and difficulties in using the product and get the solution immediately. 

569.

‘Advertising consists of all activities involved in presenting a sponsored message regarding a product, service or an idea.’ In the light of this statement, explain the features of advertising. 

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Features of Advertising

(i) Non-personal presentation of message – In advertising there is no face-to-face or direct contact with the customers. It is directed to the prospective buyers in general. 

(ii) Paid form of communication-In advertising the manufacturer communicates with prospective customers through different media like newspapers, hoardings, magazines, radio, television etc. He pays certain amount for the use of space or time in those media. 

(iii) Promotion of product, service or idea –Advertisement contains message regarding a product, service or even an idea. It makes people aware about the product and induces them to buy it. 

(iv) Identified Sponsor –The identity of the manufacturer, the trader or the service provider who issues advertisement is always disclosed. 

(v) Communicated through some media- Advertisements are always communicated through use of certain media. It is not necessary that there will be just one medium, a combination of media may also be used. 

570.

Which of the following is not a feature of personal selling: a) develop personal relationship with customer b) personal form of communication c) flexible tool of promotion d) communicated through some media 

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communicated through some media not a feature of personal selling.

571.

____________are considered as a cushion of security. a) Equity b) Debentures c) Retained Earnings d) Trade Credit 

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Retained Earnings are considered as a cushion of security. 

572.

Exchange of information between sender and receiver is known as: a) Directing b) Controlling c) Organising d) Communication

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Communication Exchange of information between sender and receiver is known as.

573.

Debentures are ______________type of capital of a company.  a) Fluctuating b) borrowed c)Permanent d) Fixed

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Debentures are borrowed type of capital of a company. 

574.

Centralised control in MNC’s implies control exercised by a) Headquarters b) Government c) Branches d) Subsidiaries 

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Centralised control in MNC’s implies control exercised by Headquarters 

575.

Document that is sent by the seller to a potential customer offering to sell goods or services at a certain price is known as: a) Debit note b) Credit note c) Quotation d) Accounts Payable

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Document that is sent by the seller to a potential customer offering to sell goods or services at a certain price is known as Quotation.

576.

A document sent to a potential customer to let him/her know the cost of goods or services before they decide to purchase them is known as: a. invoice; b. debit note; c. credit noted. d. quotation

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A document sent to a potential customer to let him/her know the cost of goods or services before they decide to purchase them is known quotation.

577.

A competition is being organised by the Hindi language department of a school in Rajasthan in which the students have to write a letter to their favorite person, who may be a family member, a teacher, or a celebrity. This is being done to highlight the importance of letter writing in this fast -paced world which is: a. Personal touch; b. speed; c. precision; d. efficiency. 

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Personal touch.

578.

Ram borrowed Rs.4800 from Sita at the rate of 10% per annum, at the end of one year.(i) How much simple interest will Ram have to pay? (ii) How much compound interest semi-annually will Ram have to pay ?

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(i) S.I = (P x R x T) / 100

= (Rs. 4800 x 10 x 1) / 100

= Rs. 480

Rs. 480 Ram have to Pay.

(ii) When Interest is semi-annually

P = Rs.4800

R = 10% = 10%/2 = 5%

T = 1 years = 1 x 2 years = 2 Years

A = P(1+R/100)

= Rs. 4800 ( 1+ 5/100)2

= Rs. 4800 ( (100+5)/100)2

= Rs. 4800 (105/100)2

= Rs. 4800 x 105/100 x 105/100

= Rs. 5292

C. I = A - P

= Rs. 5292 - Rs. 4800

= Rs. 492.

Rs. 492 Compound interest semi-annually will Ram have to pay.

579.

What is a tendril ? Explain its use to the plant.

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A tendril is the anatomy of a plant that consists of stem tissue or leave stalk. The tendril is a threadlike, twisting, clinging growth on the vines of the plant that enables it to attach itself to another object or another plant for support. Plants such as grapes, peas, and cucumbers have tendrils.

  • A plant's tendrils can form from its branches, shoots, or leaves. This anatomy helps support the plant growth and prevents the drooping of the plant so it avoids breaking its stem. 
  • Tendrils grow out of the plant and wrap around fences or any stable structure near the plant. They enable the plant to grow by itself even when it is subjected to strong winds and negligence. 
  • Plants with tendrils are much easier to care for as they can physically sustain themselves when they are kept near a support system.
580.

Which of the following statements is correct regarding the SKA telescope? 1. At present, it has 36 antennas with diameter of 12 meters each and it is placed at the remote Murchison Radio Astronomy Observatory2. The radio waves generated from this telescope can provide details of the cosmos far away and the gases that resulted in the formation of any particular star. Select the correct answer using the codes given below: (a) 1 only (b) 2 only (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2

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The correct option is:(d) Neither 1 nor 2

Explanation:

The Square Kilometre Array (SKA) is a radio telescope developed in Australia and South Africa which will have a total collecting area of one square kilometre. Atleast 13 countries and close to 100 organisations are involved radio telescopes collect radio wave from objects million or billions light years away from earth.

581.

Consider the following statements: 1. Megha–Tropiques is an advanced weather and climate research satellite. 2. Megha–Tropiques is a joint atmospheric satellite mission of India (ISRO) and Russia (Roscosmos). 3. Megha–Tropiques has been launched by ISRO from Sriharikota. Which of the statements given above is/are not true? (a) 1 only (b) 2 only (c) 3 only (d) 1 and 3

Answer»

The correct option is:(d) 1 and 3

Explanation:

Megha-Tropiques is an Indo-French Joint satellite mission for studying the water cycle and energy exchanges in the tropics. It was launched on 12 October 2011 from the Satish Dhawan Space Centre, Sriharikota

582.

Consider the following statements about Dhanush missile and select the correct answer: 1. Dhanush missile is an indigenously developed naval version of the Prithvi short range ballistic missile. 2. It is a single stage missile and was developed by the DRDO and it uses liquid propellant. 3. It has a strike range of up to 350 km and can carry 500 kg of conventional warheads only. Codes: (a) 1 and 2 only (b) 1 and 3 only (c) 2 and 3 only (d) all the above

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The correct option is:(a) 1 and 2 only

Explanation is:

Dhanush missile is an indigenously developed naval version of the Prithvi short range ballistic missile. It is a single stage missile and was developed by the DRDO and it uses liquid propellant. It was successfully test-fired on 13 November 2013.

583.

Consider the following statements about Dornier 228, which India has recently handed over to Seychelles and select the correct answers: 1. The Dornier 228 is manufactured by the DRDO. 2. It is a highly reliable, multi-purpose, fuel efficient rugged, lightweight twin turbo prop aircraft with a retractable tricycle landing gear.3. It is a frontline surveillance platform for applications like maritime reconnaissance, intelligence, warfare, search and rescue, pollution control and transport. Codes: (a) 1 and 2 only (b) 1 and 3 only (c) 2 and 3 only (d) all the above

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The correct option is: (c) 2 and 3 only

Explanation:

It is a highly reliable, multi-purpose, fuel efficient rugged, lightweight twin turboprop aircraft with a retractable tricycle landing gear.

584.

An ice block floats in a liquid whose density is less than water. A part of block is outside the liquid. When whole of ice has melted, the liquid level will (A) rise (B) go down (C) remain same (D) first rise then go down

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Ice is lighter than water. When ice melts, the volume occupied by water is less than that of ice, due to which the level of water goes down.

585.

An ice block floats in a liquid whose density is less than water. A part of block is outside the liquid. When whole of ice has melted, the liquid level will (A) rise (B) go down (C) remain same (D) first rise then go down

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The correct option is (B) go down.

Explanation:

Ice is lighter than water. When ice melts, the volume occupied by water is less than that of ice, due to which the level of water goes down.

586.

What do you understand by activity and selectivity of catalysts?

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Activity of catalyst:

Catalyst has a special ability that without taking part in the reaction changes the rate of reaction. This ability of catalyst is said to be activity of catalyst. It mainly depends upon adsorption of reactants on the surface of catalyst. The main factor which governs the activity of catalysts is Chemisorption. The bond must not be too strong or too weak which is formed during adsorption between the catalytic surface and the reactants.

It must be strong enough to make the catalyst active whereas, not so strong that the reactant molecules get immobilized on the catalytic surface leaving no further space for the new reactants to get absorbed.

Selectivity of Catalyst:

Catalysts are highly specific compounds. They have the ability to direct the reaction to yield a particular product. The reaction with same reactants but different catalyst may yield different products. This is termed as the selectivity of catalyst. Catalysts are highly selective in nature. They can accelerate a particular reaction while inhibiting another reaction. Hence, we can say a particular catalyst can catalyse one particular reaction only. It may fail to catalyse another reaction of the same type.

587.

Explain a decrease in temperature is observed on mixing ethanol and acetone.

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Hydride exchange reaction among ethanol and CH3COCH3  was done over MgO With the assistance of an assortment of data concerning the enduring state energy, the measure of adsorbed species present under the steady condition of the response. The reaction will be endothermic. No strong attractive forces present between them. Hence , the temperature is decreased.  

CH3OH + CH3COCH3 → CH3CHO + (CH3)2CHOH 

588.

Match List-I with List-II and select the correct answer by using the codes given below:List-IList-II(Physiological processes)(Cell organelles)A. Photosynthesis1.Plasma membraneB. Mineral uptake2.ChloroplastC. Respiration3.MitochondriaD. Protein synthesis4.RibosomesCodes:

Answer»

The correct option is: (c) 2 1 3 4

Explanation:

The site of photosynthesis is the thylakoid membranes of the chloroplasts. The entire mineral uptake by the cells is done via the plasma membrane which is selectively permeable for some minerals and not permeable for most of the substances. The cellular respiration to derive out the energy occurs in the mitochondria. Ribosomes act as the sites for the peptide synthesis. The RNA template sits on the two subunits of the ribosomes to carry out translation.

589.

Match List-I with List-II and select the correct answer by using the codes given below:List-I List-IIA. Agroforestry1. Growing plant without soil in water containing nutrientsB. Hydroponics2. Growing of tree with cultivation of crop in the same field C. Pomology3. Study of fruits D. Palynology4. Study of pollen grainsCodes: 

Answer»

The correct option is: (a) 2 1 3 4

Explanation:

Agroforestry involves the practice of growing trees with the cultivated crops on the same field. Hydroponics is a scientific technique of growing plants on soil less artificial liquids or water media that contain the nutrients. The scientific study of fruits and cultivation of fruits comes under the branch of biology known as Pomology. Palynology is the scientific study of pollen grains and spores, live as well as fossilized.

590.

Consider the following statements: 1. A colour blind person cannot distinguish red and green. 2. Colour blindness is related with a defect in nerve cells. Which of the statements given above is/are correct? (a) 1 only (b) 2 only (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 

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The correct option is: (a) 1 only

Explanation:

A condition in colour blindness known as 'Protanomaly' where a person is not able to distinguish between red and green. Colour blindness is an X-linked disease condition in which retinal cone cells are not developed properly

591.

Consider the following statements: 1. Chlorella is present in sewage. 2. Chlorella produces food rich in vitamins, proteins, etc. 3. Chlorella is used in prolonged space flight for O2. 4. Chlorella yields an antibiotic, penicillin. Which of the statements given above is/are correct? (a) 1 and 2 only (b) 2 and 3 only (c) 1, 2 and 3 only (d) 1, 2, 3 and 4

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The correct option is :(b) 2 and 3 only

Explanation:

In sewage treatment tanks, different aerobic bacteria are used to degrade organic wastes. 'Chlorella' is used as a source of providing oxygen to the bacteria. Chlorella is an attractive food source as it is high in protein and other essential nutrients. Dried Chlorella contains around 45% protein, 20% fat, 20% carbohydrate and pretty good amount of vitamins. Chlorella is a potential plant to be used in space flight shuttles for continuous oxygen supply. Chlorellin is an antibiotic obtained from chlorella.

592.

Diabetes mellitus takes place only when (a) α-cells of pancreas are in excess (b) β-cells of pancreas are in excess (c) α-cells of pancreas are in hypo (d) β-cells of pancreas are in hypo

Answer»

The correct option is:  (d) β-cells of pancreas are in hypo

Explanation:

Three types of cells are found in pancreas. α-cells, β-cells, δ-cells. α-cells secrete peptide hormone glucagon. β-cells synthesise and secrete the endocrine hormone, insulin, the hyposecretion of which leads to abnormal metabolism of body’s sugar and causes Diabetes mellitus. d-cells produce somatostatin.

593.

Consider the following statements and select the correct answer from the codes given below: Assertion (A): In filariasis, the lower legs and scrotum are swelled to unproportionate level Reason (R): The filarial worms block the lymph vessels and lymph node. Codes: (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»

(a) Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A.

Lymphatic filariasis is caused by nematodes of genera, Wuchereria bancrofti, Brugia malayi and Brugia timori, which occupy the lymphatic system, including the lymph nodes. In chronic cases, the worms lead to disease elephantiasis in which legs and sometimes genital organs swell up.

594.

Match List-I with List-II and select the correct answer from the codes given below:List-IList-II(Organisms) (Scientific name)A. Man1. Homo sapiensB. Cat2. Felis domesticaC. Cow3. Bos indicus D. Dog4. Canis familiarisCodes:

Answer»

The correct option is: (b) 1 3 2 4

Explanation:

Man is called Homo Sapiens. Cat is called Felis domestic. Cow is called Bos indicus. Dog is called Canis familiaris

595.

Match List-I with List-II and select the correct answer from the codes given below:List-I List-IIA. Testosterone1. Sedative drugB. Codeine2. Indian rubberC. Caoutchouc3. Aromatic oil of cloveD. Eugenol4. HormoneCodes:

Answer»

The correct option is: (a) 4 1 2 3

Explanation:

Testosterone is a male sex hormone. Codeine is a sedative drug. Caoutchouc is an Indian rubber. Eugenol is an aromatic oil of clove.

596.

Match List-I with List-II and select the correct answer from the codes given below:List-I List-II(Wildlife species) (Scientific names)A. Asiatic wild ass1. Boselaphus tragocamelusB. Barasingha2. Rucervus duvauceliiC. Chinkara3. Equus hemionus khurD. Nilgai4. Gazella bennettiiCodes:

Answer»

The correct option is: (b) 3 2 4 1

Explanation:

The Indian or Asian wild ass is Equus hemionus khur. It is a subspecies of the onager native to Southern Asia. The barasingha or the swamp deer is Rucervus duvaucelii syn. Cervus duvaucelii. It is a deer species distributed in the Indian subcontinent. Chinkara is Gazella bennettii. Nilgai or Boselaphus tragocamelus is the largest Asian antelope.

597.

I shall tell you when she......a) will comeb) comec) comesd) is comingGive the right answer and why this answer is  right discuss

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I shall tell you when she comes.

598.

Match List-I with List-II and select the correct answer from the codes given below:List-IList-II(Bone) (Name)A. Breast bone1. ClavicleB. Collar bone2. PatellaC. Knee cap3. ScapulaD. Shoulder blade4. SternumCodes:

Answer»

The correct option is: (d) 4 1 2 3

Explanation:

Sternum is the breast bone. Clavicle is the collar bone. Patella is the knee cap. Scapula is the shoulder blade.

599.

Megha’s age (in years) is 2 more than 5 times her daughter’s age.

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Let the daughter’s age be m years. 

5 times of m is 5m. 

2 more than 5m is the expression 5m + 2. 

The age of Megha (in years) is (5m + 2).

600.

Where is the heart located in the human body?

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The heart is a muscular organ about the size of a fist, located just behind and slightly left of the breastbone.