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Which one of the following pairs of solution can we expect to be isotonic at the same temperatureA. 0.1 M urea and 0.1 M NaClB. 0.1 M urea and 0.2 M `MgCl_(2)`C. 0.1 M NaCl and 0.1 M `Na_(2) SO_(4)`D. `0.1 M Ca(NO_(3) )_(2) and 0.1 M Na_(2) SO_(4)` |
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Answer» Correct Answer - D `"For "Ca(NO_(3))_(2)` `pi="iCRT"=0.1xx"3 RT"` `="0.3 RT"` `"For "Na_(2)SO_(4)` `pi=0.1xx3RT` `"0.3 RT"` |
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Calculate the osmotic pressure of 0.2 M glucose solution at 300 K. `(R=8.314 J mol^(-1) K^(-1))` |
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Answer» Correct Answer - Osmotic pressure `=4.988 xx 10^(5) Nm^(-2)` Given : Concentration of the solution `=c= 0.2 M` `=0.2 "mol" dm^(-2)` `=0.2 xx 10^(3) "mol" m^(-3)` Temperature `= T= 300 K` `R= 8.314 j mol^(-1) K^(-1)` The osmotic pressure `pi` is given by `pi` = CRT `=0.2 xx 10^(3) xx 8.314 xx 300` `=4.988 xx 10^(5) Nm^(-2)` (or pa)` |
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Calculate the osmotic pressure of 5% glucose `(C_(6) H_(12) O_(6))` solution at 300 k. `(R= 8.314 J mol^(-1) K^(-1) , " Atomic weights " C = 12 , H =1 , O=16)` |
| Answer» Correct Answer - 692 .8 k Pa | |
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The tree is worshipped as the earth’s mother in tribal India. It provides food, air, occupation, materials for housing, fodder for animals, and fuel. Without the trees, there is neither soil nor water. There is nothing to prevent the soil from being washed away; there is nothing to prevent the water from evaporating. In the great tribal regions of India, which are home to the Bhils, the Santhals, the Nagas, the Bishnois, whenever a child is born, a tree is planted in the child’s name. It forges a relationship between the child and the tree which is closer than the one between child and family. Naturally so, because that tree is especially the child’s own. The trees are all slow-growing. By the time the child reaches adolescence, his tree has just come to fruition. It starts its life as a provider to the tribal child and the tribal is the guardian of the tree for life. Nearly three hundred years ago in 1730, men and women of the Bishnoi tribe died in an attempt to stop the felling of trees.In September 1730, a royal party led by Giridhar Bhandari, a minister of the Maharaja of Marwar, arrived at the village to fell some Kheri trees, that were sacred to the villagers. The trees were to be burnt to produce lime for the construction of a new palace. A local woman, Amrita Devi protested against the tree felling because such ads were prohibited by the Bishnoi religion. She and her three daughters sacrificed their lives in an attempt to save the trees. Following the example, many other villagers hugged the trees that were to be cut and got killed This event became to be the forebearer of the 'Chipko Movement initiated in the 20th century.Bishnoi faith prohibits the cutting of green trees It demands absolute protection of the Khen, the shade, and fodder tree of the area As a result, their lands are fertile, while all around them the fields have been claimed by the Thar Desert of Rajasthan.1. Name any two things provided by trees.a. Food and air are two things provided by trees.b. Water and food are two things provided by trees.c. Air and fire are two things provided by trees.d. Food and light are two things provided by trees.2. Fill in the blanks :Without the trees, there is neither____nor______.a. air, waterb. soil, waterc. air, soild. humus3. In 1730, men and women of the_____tribe died in an attempt to stop the felling of the trees.a. Bishnoib. Bhilsc. Nagasd. Santhan4. Name two tribes of India.a. Tripura Tribe, Tanchangya Tribe.b. Muhajirs, Balochisc. Bhils, Nagasd. Kuki, Konyak5. Choose the correct option :Bhils, Nagas and Santhals are which regions of India?a. Bhils, Nagas and Santhals are Terrai regions of India.b. Bhils, Nagas and Santhals are Tribal regions of India.c. Bhils, Nagas and Santhals are Plain regions of India.d. Bhils, Nagas and Santhals are Jrban regions of India.6. When was 'Chipko Movement' initiated?a. The Chipko movement was initiated in the 17th Centuryb. The Chipko movement was initiated in the 18th Centuryc. The Chipko movement was initiated in the 21st Centuryd. The Chipko movement was initiated in the 20th Century7. Choose the correct option :Girdhar Bhandari was a minister of the Maharaja of _______.a. Marwarb. Gujratc. Balrampurd. Jaisalmer8. Choose the correct option :A local woman _______ protested against the tree felling :a. Sudha devib. Amrita Devic. Sharda Devid. Puspa Devi9. State true or false :The tree is worshipped as the earth’s mother in tribal India.a. Trueb. False10. State true or false :A local woman, Sharda Devi protested against the tree felling.a. Trueb. False |
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Answer» 1. a. Food and air are two things provided by trees. 2. b. soil, water 3. a. Bishnoi 4. c. Bhils, Nagas 5. b. Bhils, Nagas and Santhals are Tribal regions of India. 6. d. The Chipko movement was initiated in the 20th Century 7. a. Marwar 8. b. Amrita Devi 9. a. True 10. b. False |
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The diagram given below shows three glass chambers that are connected by valves of negligible volume. In an experiment, the valves are closed and initially the chambers contain the gases as given in the diagram. All the chambers are at fixed temperature of 300K. Whihc of the following is correct relation between the average velocity of gas molecule in chamber A and B before valve-1 is opened.A. `V_(A)=V_(B)`B. `V_(A)ltV_(B)`C. `V_(A)gtV_(B)`D. insufficient information |
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Answer» `v propsqrt((T)/(M))` since T is constant `v prop sqrt((T)/(M))` `v_(He)gtH_(N_(2))` or `v_(A)gtv_(B)` |
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You should listen to the other side of the argument before you decide. A) flip B) fox C) five |
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Answer» Correct option is A) flip |
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His best KNOWN paintings give a light to today’s Europe. A) well-known B) famous C) unknown D) bad E) worst |
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Answer» Correct option is C) unknown |
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He lost control of himself suddenly when he heard the news. A) filled up B) flopped C) flipped-out |
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Answer» Correct option is C) flipped-out |
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Find the word which is out of the logic list:A) outset B) phase C) step D) period |
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Answer» Correct option is A) outset |
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Find the word which is out of the logic list:A) inquire B) question C) conclude D) ask |
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Answer» Correct option is C) conclude |
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Suddenly we heard a HIGH thin voice. A) tall B) small C) short D) low E) long |
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Answer» Correct option is D) low |
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Find the word which is out of the logic list:A) entire B) exact C) right D) accurate |
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Answer» Correct option is A) entire |
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Reena often has difficulty in breathing, she also has tightness in her chest, and she keeps getting cold and coughs frequently. What is the disease she has? Can it be cured by yoga? If yes, then write the yogic treatment. |
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Answer» Reena is suffering from Bronchial ASTHMA , Yes this can be cured by yoga Clinical course: Signs and symptoms of Asthma Asthma is characterized by episodic dyspnea (difficulty in breathing), wheezing and cough. *Difficulty in expiration. * Tightness of the chest/discomfort in the chest may be seen. * Attacks last from one to several hours. * Severe attacks may affect the heart and circulatory system. *Severe attack, not responsive to usual therapy is called “status asthmaticus” and is a medical emergency. * Hypercarbia (increased level of CO2 ), acidosis and hypoxia (decreased O2 level) is rare in Asthma. Yogic Management The role of yoga in the management of Br. Asthma is well documented now. Aim of the treatment in Asthma should be Broncho-constriction and to tackle the triggering factors. 1. Kriyas: Jalaneti, sutraneti, kapalabhati, Kunjal, vastradhouti 2. Om chanting and prayer 3. Suryanamaskara 4. Selected practices of sukshmavyayama: Uccaranasthalatatha Visuddha chakra shuddi, Buddhitathadhritishaktivikasaka, Vakshasthalashak- tivikasaka (1 and 2) 5. Yogasanas: Tadasana, Katichakrasana, Urdhwahastottanasana, Gomukhasana, Ushtrasana, Vakrasana, Ardhamatsyendrasna, Uttanamandukasana, Bhujanasana, Dhanurasana, Sarvangasana, Matsyasana, Shavasana. 6. Pranayama: Nadishodhana Pranayama, Suryabedi pranayama, Bhramari, Bhastrika. 7. Special Practice: Yoganindra 8. Dhyana: Meditation. |
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That will do. Your answer is quite RIGHT. Your mark is good. A) correct B) good C) bad D) wrong E) exact |
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Answer» Correct option is D) wrong |
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Mohan constantly misbehaves and harasses other students in the class, he also hinders studies in the class. Mohan's usage of language is also not normal, when the teacher teaches in the class, his attention is diverted. Is it possible to bring about a change this condition of Mohan through yoga? Explain your answer and the concerned Yogic practice in detail. |
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Answer» Yes, change is possible in Mohan. If Mohan does regular yoga practice. Mohan has to follow Ashtanga Yoga. All changes will come possible through Yama , Nayam, Asana, Pranayama, Pratyahara, Dhyan Yogic Practice to be followed 1. Kriyas: Jalaneti, sutraneti, 2. Om chanting and prayer 3. Suryanamaskara 4. Sukshmavyayama: Uccaranasthalatatha Visuddha chakra shuddi, Buddhitathadhritishaktivikasaka, Vakshasthalashak- tivikasaka (1 and 2) 5. Yogasanas: Tadasana, Katichakrasana, Trikonasana, Gomukhasana, Ushtrasana, Vakrasana, chakrasana, Bhujanasana, Dhanurasana, Sarvangasana, Matsyasana, Shavasana. 6. Pranayama: Nadishodhana Pranayama, Bhramari, Bhastrika. 7. Special Practice: Yoganindra 8. Dhyana: Meditation |
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They have the SHORT road and it will take them twenty minutes to get to the village. A) big B) large C) not strong D) long E) rising |
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Answer» Correct option is D) long |
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Write any four Sukasham vyayam? |
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He says they will go to the TOP of the hill next A) near B) above C) bottom D) under E) downstairs |
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Answer» Correct option is C) bottom |
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What do you understand by obesity? |
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Answer» Obesity is one of the problem of modern life style. It is the most common nutritional or metabolic disorder. Obesity is a condition in which excess body fat accumulates to such an extent that health may be affected. It is commonly defined as a Body Mass Index (BMI) of 30kg/m2 or higher. Obesity, in absolute terms, is an increase of body adipose tissue (fat tissue) mass |
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A DARK cloud having appeared in the sky, we decided to stay at home. A) bright B) heavy C) white D) cloudless E) merry |
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Answer» Correct option is A) bright |
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In a natural ecosystem, decomposition takes place by- (a) Bacteria and fungi (b) Microbes (c) Parasitic algae (d) All of these |
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Answer» In a natural ecosystem, decomposition takes place by Bacteria and fungi. |
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A colourless parasitic red algae isA. CephaleurosB. PolysiphoniaC. HarveyellaD. Gelidium |
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Answer» Correct Answer - C A colourless parasitic red algae is harveyella. |
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What economic and ecological importance of gymnosperm? |
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Answer» Gymnosperms are a good source of food. Seeds of these non-flowering plants are widely used as an edible species, used for producing various food products. These plant species include: ginko, pinus, cycas, etc. A few species of gymnosperms are a good source of starch and are also used in the production of sago. |
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Name the gametophyte that is free-living structure formed in pteridophytes. |
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Answer» Prothallus is free-living structure formed in pteridophytes. |
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The plant body in higher plants is well differentiated and well developed. Roots are the organs used for the purpose of absorption. What is the equivalent of roots in the less developed lower plants? |
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Answer» Rhizoids is the equivalent of roots in the less developed lower plants. |
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Coiling of garden pea tendrils around any support is an example of (1) Thigmotropism (2) Thermotaxis (3) Thigmotaxis (4) Thigmonasty |
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Answer» (1) Thigmotropism |
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Photoperiodism was first characterised in(1) Tomato (2) Cotton (3) Tobacco (4) Potato |
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Answer» Photoperiodism was first characterised in Tobacco. |
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Phototropic curvature is the result of uneven distribution of(1) Cytokinins (2) Auxin (3) Gibberellin (4) Phytochrome |
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Answer» Phototropic curvature is the result of uneven distribution of Auxin. |
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One of the synthetic auxin is(1) IBA (2) NAA (3) IAA (4) GA |
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Answer» One of the synthetic auxin is NAA. |
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Which one of the following acids is a derivative of carotenoids ?(1) Abscisic acid (2) Indole butyric acid (3) Indole-3-acetic acid (4) Gibberellic acid |
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Answer» (1) Abscisic acid |
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Observe the illustration and answer the following questions.(a) Which stage of cell division does the illustration indicate ?(b) What is the difference between the process indicated in A and B ? |
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Answer» (a) Cytoplasmic division or Cytokinesis. (b)
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What difference can be noted, with respect to increase in girth of mango and arecanut trees ? Explain the reason. |
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Answer» In mango tree, girth increases due to presence of lateral meristems. Since, in arecanut, lateral meristem is absent. So, its girth does not increase. |
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Regarding justification and optimization: a. Both referrer and practitioner must be registered medical professionalsb. Both referrer and practitioner must have adequate training in radiation hazards c. The authorization is only given by the practitioner d. It is the responsibility of only the referrer and operator to make an enquiry about pregnancy e. Dentists, cardiologists and radiographers can act as referrer, practitioner and operator |
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Answer» a. False. Other healthcare professionals can act as a referrer. b. False. Both practitioner and operator must have adequate training. c. False. In special circumstances, the operator is given permission to authorize an examination. d. False. It is also the responsibility of the practitioner. e. True. |
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In terms of classification of staff and designated areas, which of the following are true? a. If an employee works in a supervised area, his external dose rate could be between 2.5 and 7.5 μSv h-1 averaged over the working day b. If an employee works in a controlled area it means that the dose to the lens of his eyes could be more than 45 mSv c. In a supervised area, it is likely that any person could exceed the dose limit for a member of the public d. Of the staff in the radiology department, 99% do not exceed the dose limit of a member of the public in any year e. If the finger monitoring of a radiologist showed that he received 150 mSv over the period of a month, it means he needs monthly dose monitoring and an annual health check |
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Answer» a. True. In a supervised area, the dose rate is between 2.5 and 7.5 μSv h-1 averaged over the working day, while in a controlled area the dose rate could exceed 7.5 μSv h-1 . b. True. The dose limit for the lens of the eyes is 150 mSv and a person working in a controlled area is likely to receive a radiation dose greater than three-tenths of any dose limit. c. True. d. True. Less than 1% of the staff in the radiology department whose dose is monitored receive more than 1 mSv in any year (dose limit for a member of the public). e. True. A finger dose of more than 150 mSv per year means that the person should be classified. The monitoring period for classified workers is 1 month and they must have an annual health check and the records of these should be kept for 50 years. |
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Regarding dose limits: a. The annual dose limit to the abdomen of women of reproductive capacity is 13 mSv b. The dose limit for the abdomen over the period of pregnancy for a pregnant employee working with diagnostic X-rays is 1 mSv c. The annual dose limit for the forearm in employees is ten times more than in members of the public d. The annual dose limit for a trainee is 6 mSv e. The dose limit for the lens of the eye for an employee at the age of 17 is 50 mSv year-1 |
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Answer» a. False. The dose limit in 3 consecutive months is 13 mSv. b. False. The fetus dose limit is 1 mSv and it can be assumed that the fetal dose is no greater than 50% of the dose on the surface of the abdomen in diagnostic X-rays; thus, the dose limit for the abdomen could be around 2 mSv. c. True. The dose limit for the hand, forearm, ankle and skin is 500 mSv for employees and 50 mSv for members of the public. d. True. Dose limits for trainees are three-tenths that of general employees. e. True. |
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Regarding the operation of array transducers: a. To obtain a focused beam, the innermost element of the annular array is energized first b. Focusing in a linear array is achieved by first energizing the outermost elements of the active group c. The shorter the time delay between energizing the elements of the array, the shorter the focal distance d. In contrast to annular probes, array transducers do not give rise to grating lobes e. An ultrasound beam formed from a linear array may be steered from side to side by using the apodization technique |
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Answer» a. False. The outermost element is energized first and the innermost element last. b. True. c. False. A short focal distance is obtained by using a long delay between energizing the outer- and innermost elements of the active group. d. False. Grating lobes are weak replicas of the main ultrasound beam, which are unique to array transducers. They are caused by the regular, periodic spacing of the array elements, and arise when the size of the individual elements is larger than half the wavelength. Subdicing (dividing array elements into parts smaller than 0.5l) may be used to prevent their formation. e. False. Apodization is a technique used to prevent side lobe formation by applying less power to the outermost elements. Beam steering is achieved by energizing elements in succession beginning from one edge of the active group. |
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Regarding real-time B-mode imaging: a. A typical number of scan lines in B-mode imaging of the abdomen is 256 b. To avoid flicker, the frame rate should be at least 20–25 frames per second (fps) c. The maximum scan line density at a frame rate of 25 fps and a pulse repetition frequency (PRF) of 2 kHz is 50 d. The maximum depth of view at a frame rate of 30 fps and a scan line density of 100 is approximately 33 cm e. The maximum achievable frame rate with a line density of 100 and a depth of view of 15 cm is approximately 50 fps |
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Answer» a. False. Such a high number of lines is unnecessary, as the lateral resolution is limited anyway. A typical line density is about 100 or slightly more as a compromise between achievable frame rate and scanning depth. b. True. The limit of temporal resolution of a human eye is about 40 ms, so ideally the frame rate should be above 25 fps. Below 20 fps, flicker (seeing images as separate in time) becomes obvious. c. False. With a PRF of 2 kHz, an ultrasound pulse is sent 2000 times per second. If 25 frames are to be obtained per second, each of them can have 2000/25 = 80 lines. d. False. In 1 s, ultrasound needs to travel double the distance d (from the probe to the depth of view and then back) as many times as the number of scan lines multiplied by frame rate. Therefore, it travels a total distance of 2 x d x frame rate x number of scan lines with an average velocity of 1540 m s-1 . Therefore, the depth of field can be calculated as d = 1540/(2 x frame rate x number of scan lines) = 1540/(2 x 30 x 100) = 1540/6000 x 0.25 (m). e. True. As per the above equation, the frame rate can be calculated as 1540/(2 x depth of view x number of scan lines) = 1540/30 x 50 (fps). |
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In relation to continuous-wave Doppler imaging: a. It uses a transducer with two slightly angled crystals b. A good range resolution can be achieved c. High velocities can be measured accurately d. It cannot be used in pregnancy due to the high energy deposited by the continuous ultrasound wave e. A continuous Doppler signal is usually presented to the user as an audible sound |
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Answer» a. True. It uses two separate crystals with overlapping beams, which act as a receiver and a transmitter. b. False. There is no depth discrimination. c. True. This is the main advantage of the continuous-wave Doppler. d. False. Monitoring the fetal heartbeat is one of its main applications. e. True. A continuous-wave Doppler is mainly used in simple handheld systems that present the signal this way. The original frequency is removed from the received frequency leaving the Doppler shift (‘beat’) in the audible range. The pitch of the sound is proportional to the velocity of the object. |
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Concerning ultrasound scanning modes: a. The returning ultrasound echoes are depicted in the A-mode as a series of dots whose brightness is proportional to the echo amplitude b. Real-time B-mode imaging requires a mechanical sector scanner or an array transducer c. In the M-mode, the echoes are displayed as lines of bright dots on a time line d. ‘Duplex scanning’ refers to simultaneous B-mode and M-mode imaging e. 3D scanning always requires a dedicated 3D probe that is able to steer the ultrasound beam in two orthogonal directions |
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Answer» a. False. They are depicted as vertical lines with an amplitude proportional to the echo strength on a time scale. A series of dots varying in brightness along multiple scan lines is used in B-mode imaging. b. True. c. True. d. False. It refers to simultaneous B-mode and spectral (pulsed-wave) Doppler imaging. e. False. It can also be performed with a 2D probe using a freehand technique. However, the position of the probe needs to be constantly registered, for example using optical or magnetic tracking. |
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Concerning tissue harmonic imaging (THI): a. It usually uses echoes with frequencies that are integral multiples of the fundamental frequency b. It requires a narrow bandwidth transducerc. The basal frequency can be suppressed by using a pulse inversion technique d. The azimuthal resolution suffers in comparison with standard ultrasound imaging techniques e. Reverberation artefacts and side lobe artefacts are reduced |
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Answer» a. True. Usually, the second harmonic (2f0) reaches a useful amplitude and is used, but super-harmonics (3f0, 4f0) can also be recorded with modern transducers. b. False. Harmonic imaging requires a wide bandwidth transducer, which has the functionality to transmit at f0 and receive at 2f0 (or higher multiples). c. True. If every other pulse is inverted, odd harmonics (including the basal frequency) can be suppressed. d. False. The azimuthal (lateral) resolution is improved due to a narrower beam width. e. True. This is one of the main advantages of using THI. |
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What is the difference between Magnification and Magnifying power? |
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Read the passage given below.1. The present generation is well updated in the use of internet and computers. The rapid development in computer technology and increase in accessibility of the internet for academic purposes has changed the face of education for everyone associated with it. 2. A recent survey that was done to ascertain the time spent on utilisation of the computer and internet revealed the following results: For all five usage reasons - academics, personal use, e-mail access, work, and leisure – at least half the respondents indicated daily activity. Almost everyone said that they use these facilities at least once a month for leisure, with 30% saying they use it once a week. All respondents said that they had used computers for work at least once and very few (less than 10%) said that they had never used e-mail. 50% students said that they use the computer and the internet for academic reasons on a daily basis and over 20% stated doing so 2-3 times a week. Only 1% confessed to never having used these services for academics. 3. The internet provides a wide variety of references and information to academics as well as scientific researchers and students. However, research on the Net is very different from traditional library research, and the differences can cause problems. The Net is a tremendous resource, but it must be used carefully and critically. 4. According to a 2018 Academic Student e-book Experience Survey, when reading for pleasure, almost 74% of respondents said they preferred print books for leisure where-as, 45 % of respondents chose e-books rather than the printed versions, for research or assignments. 5. When asked what e-book features make them a favourite for research, the respondents were clear. Having page numbers to use in citations, topped the list (75%); followed by the ability to resize text to fit a device’s screen (67%); the ability to bookmark pages, highlight text, or take notes for later reference (60%); downloading the entire e-book (57%); and allowing content to be transferred between devices (43%) were the varied responses.On the basis of your understanding of the passage, answer this questions from the given follow.i. According to the passage, one of the reasons for the recent transformation of education is the: a. techno-efficiency of the present generation. b. expanse of courses on technology. c. simplification of the teaching and learning- method. d. easy availability of the internet. ii. Pick the option that lists statements that are NOT TRUE according to the passage. 1. Internet-based education can only complement familiar methods of education. 2. Net-based learning will replace face-to-face education. 3. The resources that the net provides are a danger to the education system. 4. The current times has seen a rise in the convenience of using the internet for academic purposes. a. 1 & 2b. 3 & 4 c. 2 & 3 d. 1 & 4 iii. The word ‘tremendous’, as used in paragraph 3, means the same as a. ‘expensive’. b. ‘renowned’. c. ‘innovative’. d. ‘incredible’. iv. Choose the option that CORRECTLY states the relationship between those who never use the internet and/or computers for work, and those who don’t use them for academic purposes. a. An equal number totally avoid computers for work and academics. b. They are both 40% or above, but zero computer use is less common at work. c. Under 5% study without computers, but all reported usage for work at least once. d. Zero computer use in academics is 5 times more common than zero use at work.v. “… but it must be used carefully and critically.” The idea of being careful and critical while using the internet, is mainly a reference to a. hardware malfunction. b. plagiarism. c. troubleshooting. d. virus threats. vi. Based on the given data in the passage, choose the option that lists the statements that are TRUE with respect to the usage of email. 1. At least 50% of the participants reported using e-mail every day. 2. Less than 10% of the participants said they use e-mail once a week. 3. Computer/Internet usage for work and e-mail was exactly the same in all cases. 4. A very small number of those surveyed said that they had never used e-mail. a. 1 and 3 b. 2 and 3 c. 1 and 4 d. 2 and 4 vii. Based on the given statistics, pick the option that is TRUE for all usage reason categories (academics, personal use, e-mail access, work, and leisure.) a. Exactly 50% people use computers/the internet every day. b. Weekly usage is more popular than monthly usage. c. There’s always at least one person who never uses the computer/internet. d. 2-3 times a week is always the option chosen by the majority. viii. What does change the face of something mean, as used in paragraph 1 - ‘…changed the face of education for one and all’? a. The problems that people associate with an organisation, industry etc. b. The popularity of an organisation, industry etc. and the reasons for it. c. The approaches that people apply to compete with an organisation, industry etc. d. The nature of an organization, industry etc. and the way it appears to people ix. Which of the following statements is NOT substantiated by information in paragraph 4? a. About three-quarters of the respondents preferred print books for recreational reading.b. A little less than a 50% of the respondents voted for e-books for research or assignments. c. More than 50% respondents stated enjoying both versions of books for leisure reading. d. The survey was intended for understanding the e-book experience among students. x. Which of the following is TRUE according to the 2018 survey, about e-books ? a. Content transfer between devices was the most popular reason followed by text-to-screen resizing options. b. The book download option was a close second to the bookmarking, highlighting, and note taking ability reason. c. Text-to-screen resizing and having page numbers handy for easier citations were both equally popular reasons. d. Bookmarking, highlighting and note taking ability did not add much value compared to the other reasons. xi. Arrange the given e-book features preferred for research from the least favourite to the most favourite, from the following – 1. downloading the entire e-book. 2. choosing page numbers in citations. 3. highlighting text. 4. resizing text to fit screen. a. 1, 3, 4, 2 b. 3, 2, 1, 4 c. 2, 4, 3, 1 d. 4, 1, 2, 3 |
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Answer» i. d) easy availability of internet ii. c)2 & 3 iii. d) incredible iv. c) Under 5% study without computers, but all reported usage for work at least once. v. b) plagiarism. vi. (c) 1 and 4 vii. b) Weekly usage is more popular than monthly usage. viii. d) The nature of an organization, industry etc. and the way it appears to people ix. c) More than 50% stated enjoying both versions of books for leisure reading. x. b) The book download option was a close second to the bookmarking, highlighting, and note taking ability reason. xi. a) 1, 3, 4, 2 |
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Read the extracts given below.Food is more important for survival than an identity. “If at the end of the day we can feed our families and go to bed without an aching stomach, we would rather live here than in the fields that gave us no grain,” say a group of women in tattered saris when I ask them why they left their beautiful land of green fields and rivers. Wherever they find food, they pitch their tents that become transit homes. Children grow up in them, becoming partners in survival. And survival in Seemapuri means rag-picking. Through the years, it has acquired the proportions of a fine art. Garbage to them is gold. It is their daily bread, a roof over their heads, even if it is a leaking roof. But for a child it is even more.i. The phrase ‘transit homes’ refer to the dwellings that are a. unhygienic. b. inadequate. c. fragile. d. temporary. ii. Identify the figure of speech used in the sentence “Garbage to them is gold”. a. hyperbole b. simile c. synecdoche d. personification iii. Choose the term which best matches the statement ‘Food is more important for survival than an identity.”? a. immorality b. necessity c. obligation d. ambition iv. What does ‘acquired the proportions of a fine art’ mean? a. Rag-picking has regained its lost status.b. A segment of ragpickers are skilled in fine arts. c. Rag-picking has attained the position of a skill. d. Only a few people are experts in rag-picking |
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Answer» i. (d) temporary ii. (a) hyperbole iii. (b) necessity iv. (c) Rag picking has attained the position of a skill. |
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The writer tones down the philosophical load inherent in ‘The Rattrap’ with the inclusion ofa. ironical situations. b. satirical dialogues. c. classical references. d. humour and wit |
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Answer» (d) humour and wit (d) humour and wit is the correct option |
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Read the extracts given below.They had merely heard that a Mahatma who wanted to help them was in trouble with the authorities. Their spontaneous demonstration, in thousands, around the courthouse was the beginning of their liberation from fear of the British. The officials felt powerless without Gandhi’s cooperation. He helped them regulate the crowd. He was polite and friendly. He was giving them concrete proof that their might, hitherto dreaded and unquestioned, could be challenged by Indians. The government was baffled. The prosecutor requested the judge to postpone the trial. Apparently, the authorities wished to consult their superiors.i. The officials felt powerless because a. of Gandhi’s refusal to cooperate with them. b. of Gandhi’s polite and friendly behaviour. c. the crowd was listening only to Gandhi. d. the crowd was getting violent. ii. The demonstration proved that the a. policies of the British had failed. b. dread instilled in the hearts of Indians had begun to lessen. c. dealings with the Indian citizens had been unsuccessful. d. might of the British had not been understood by Indians. iii. Which style, from those given below, is being used by the author, when he says, “Apparently, the authorities wished to consult their superiors.”? a. humourous b. dramatic c. sarcastic d. persuasiveiv. Gandhiji’s behaviour towards the British prior to the proposal of postponement of the trial was that of a. indifference. b. calm acceptance. c. ignorance of consequences.d. polite helpfulness |
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Answer» i. (c) the crowd was listening only to Gandhi. ii. (b) dread instilled in the hearts of Indians had begun to lessen iii. c) sarcastic iv. b) calm acceptance |
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Read the extracts given below.Jo was starting to fuss with her hands and look out of the window, at the crack of day that showed under the shade. She thought the story was all over. Jack didn’t like women when they took anything for granted; he liked them apprehensive, hanging on his words. “Now, Jo, are you listening?” “Yes.” “Because this is very interesting. Roger Skunk’s mommy said, ‘What’s that awful smell?’ “Wha-at?” “And, Roger Skunk said, ‘It’s me, Mommy. I smell like roses.’ And she said, ‘Who made you smell like that?’ And he said, ‘The wizard,’ and she said, ‘Well, of all the nerve. You come with me and we’re going right back to that very awful wizard.”i. Choose the option that best demonstrates the relevant traits of Jo and Jack respectively, based on the extract provided. a. curious and irritable b. patient and irritable c. curious and lethargic d. patient and lethargic ii. “Jo was starting to fuss with her hands”. This means that Jo was a. feeling anxious. b. getting restless. c. feeling lazy. d. fighting sleep.iii. Jo’s “Wha-at?” indicated what she was feeling. Pick the option that correctly states these feelings. 1. terror 2. surprise 3. ignorance 4. displeasure 5. joy 6. approval a. 1 and 3 b. 2 and 4 c. 3 and 6 d. 4 and 5 iv. Mommy says, ‘Well, of all the nerve.” This reveals her a. approval, surprise and pleasure. b. pleasure, hope and approval. c. betrayal, disapproval and hurt. d. shock, anger and disapproval. |
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Answer» i. (a) curious and irritable ii. (b) getting restless iii. (b) 2 and 4 iv. (d) shock, anger and disapproval. |
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We have imagined for the mighty dead; All lovely tales that we have heard or read; An endless fountain of immortal drink, Pouring unto us from the heaven’s brink. i. The phrase immortal drink refers to a. blessings of our ancestors. b. the teachings of nature. c. a life-giving force. d. the beauty of heaven. ii. ‘All lovely tales’ evoke the feeling of a. sadness and nostalgia.b. only nostalgia. c. inspiration and pride. d. only pride. iii. The rhyme scheme of the above extract is a. aabb b. abab c. aaab d. abbb iv. The literary device used by the poet in the following lines is ______________. An endless fountain of immortal drink, Pouring unto us from the heaven’s brink. a. personification. b. allegory. c. imagery. d. synecdoche. |
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Answer» i. (b) a life-giving force. ii. (a) sadness and nostalgia iii. (a) aabb iv. (c) imagery |
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Read the extracts given below.On sour cream walls, donations. Shakespeare’s head, Cloudless at dawn, civilised dome riding all cities. Belled, flowery, Tyrolese valley. Open-handed map Awarding the world its world. And yet, for these Children, these windows, not this map, their world, Where all their future’s painted with a fog,i. What does the expression - sour cream walls – suggest? a. Display of donated artefacts on the walls.b. Badly maintained walls. c. Wall-to wall furniture. d. A poor choice of paint for walls. ii. The map of the world in the classroom symbolizes a. hopes and aspirations of the children. b. travel plans of the school authorities. c. a world that is unconnected to the children. d. interconnectivity within the world. iii. The expression, Shakespeare’s head is an example of a. pun. b. satire. c. parody. d. irony. iv. In the extract, ‘future’s painted with a fog’ suggests that the (a) classroom is as foggy as the paint on the walls. (b) beautiful valleys are not a part of the children’s future. (c) life ahead for the slum children is as unclear and hazy as fog. (d) fog often finds itself in the classrooms through broken windows. |
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Answer» i. (b) badly maintained walls. ii. (a) hopes and aspirations of the children iii. (d) irony iv. (c) life ahead for the slum children is as unclear and hazy as fog. |
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On sour cream walls, donations, Shakespeare‘s head, Cloudless at dawn, civilized dome riding all cities. Belled, flowery, Tyrolese valley. Open-handed map Awarding the world its world.1. Why were the classroom walls called sour cream walls? a. because they were painted bright colour b. because they were painted light yellow colour c. the colour is pleasant and beautiful d. it is dark brown colour2. What things were displayed on the walls of the classroom? a. medals won by the institution b. freedom fighters c. philosophers d. poets, buildings, world map and valleys3. What does the world map award? a. A lot of knowledge b. a lot of treasure c. Rich, beautiful world d. experience4. Why is Shakespeare called wicked? a. Because he represents the rich world b. because he wrote against them c. He does not give them happiness and comfort d. he wrote about their lives |
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Answer» 1. b) because they were painted light yellow colour 2. d) poets, buildings, world map and valleys 3. c. Rich, beautiful world 4. c. He does not give them happiness and comfort |
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Assertion: The classroom walls are painted in sour cream‘ Reason: The colour symbolizes the bleak future of the slum children. A) Both A and B are true but B is the correct explanation of A B) Both A and B are true but B is not the correct explanation of A C) A is false but B is true D) A is true but B is false |
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Answer» A) Both A and B are true but B is the correct explanation of A |
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