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1.

Butter of tin is (a) (NH4)2SnCl6 (b) SnCl2 + Sn(OH)2 (c) SnCl4. 5H2O (d) H2SnCl4

Answer»

(c) SnCl4. 5H2O

2.

Which compound gives O2 on moderate heating? (a) CuO (b) HgO (c) ZnO (d) Al2O3

Answer»

HgO compound gives O2 on moderate heating.

3.

A kettle which becomes furred – up in use has a deposit inside it which is composed mainly of (a) Calcium carbonate (b) Magnesium bicarbonate (c) Magnesium sulphate (d) Sodium sulphate

Answer»

(a) Calcium carbonate 

4.

The anhydride of nitrous acid is (a) N2O3 (b) NO (c) N2O (d) N2O4

Answer»

The anhydride of nitrous acid is N2O3 .

5.

Which of the following on heating give O2 gas? (a) Lead nitrate (b) Potassium chlorate (c) Manganese dioxide (d) All the above

Answer»

(d) All the above

6.

Meta phosphoric acid (E) can be prepared by heating (a) D & F (b) C & F (c) C & D (d) B,C & F

Answer»

Meta phosphoric acid (E) can be prepared by heating D & F.

7.

Which of the following is the balanced equation describing the combustion of element sulfur ?(a) 2H2 S + 3O2 → 2SO2 2H2O(b) H2S + 2O2 → SO3 + H2O(c) 2SO3 → 2S + 3O2(d) S + O2 → SO2

Answer»

(d) S + O2 → SO2

8.

The chief ore of aluminium isA. AluminiaB. Potash alumC. BauxiteD. Cryolite

Answer» Correct Answer - C
Bauxite `-Al_(2)O_(3)* 2H_(2)O`
9.

The group 15 element having inner electronic configuration as of argon is ______ .(A) phosphorus (Z = 15) (B) antimony (Z = 51) (C) arsenic (Z = 33) (D) nitrogen (Z = 7)

Answer»

(C) Arsenic (Z = 33)

[Ar]3d104s2 4p3

10.

In electrorefining of copper,some gold is deposited asA. anode mudB. cathode mudC. cathodeD. electrolyte

Answer» Correct Answer - A
In electrorefining of copper , impure copper is made anode while pure Cu strip is made cathode. On passing current , impurities like Fe, Zn, Ni,Co ( which are more positive ) dissolved in the solution and Au, Ag , etc. , (which are less electropositive ) settle down below as anode mud .
11.

In electrorefining of copper,some gold is deposited asA. cathode mudB. electrolyteC. anode mudD. cathode

Answer» Correct Answer - C
In electro-refining of copper, the zinc, nickel and iron remain in the solution , while gold is deposited as anode mud. The anode decreases in weight gradually.
12.

Which of the following minerals does not contain aluminium ?A. FluorsparB. FeldsparC. CryoliteD. Mica

Answer» Correct Answer - A
Fluorspar is `CaF_(2)`
13.

Which among the following minerals does NOT contain aluminium?(A) Cryolite (B) Siderite (C) China clay (D) Corundum

Answer»

(B) Siderite 

Siderite is FeCO3.

14.

Write down the chemical reactions taking place in the extraction of zinc from zinc blende.

Answer» Zinc blende is chemically zinc sulphide (ZnS). It undergoes following reactions :
`2ZnS+3O_(2) overset("Heat")to 2ZnO+2SO_(2) " " ("Roasting")`
`ZnO+C("coke") overset("Heat")to Zn+CO " " ("Reduction")`
Zinc metal is in crude or impure form. It can be refined with the help of electro-refining. In this method, impure zinc is made anode while a plate of pure metal acts as the cathode. The electrolyte is aqueous zinc sulphate containing a small amount of dilute `H_(2)SO_(4)`. On passing electric current, `Zn^(2+)` ions from the electrolyte migrate towards cathode and are reduced to zinc metal which gets deposited on the cathode.
`underset(("Electrolyte"))Zn^(2+)(aq)+2e^(-) to Zn(s)`
From anode, an equivalent amount of zinc gets oxidised to `Zn^(2+)` ions which migrate to the electrolyte
`Zn(s) to Zn^(2+) (aq)+2e^(-)`
15.

The thebesin veins open into

Answer»

The thebesian veins are most abundant in the right atrium and least in the left ventricle. Thebesian veins draining into the left heart, along with deoxygenated blood originating from the bronchial veins draining into the pulmonary veins, contribute to normal physiologic shunting of blood.

16.

Why is Peninsular plateau called the storehouse of minerals?

Answer»

1. There are large deposits of different minerals occur in this area.

2. Iron ore, coal, manganese, bauxite, limestone, etc. are found.

17.

In the electrolytic process for the extraction of aluminium, the electrolyte is :A. `Al(OH)_(3)` in NaOH solutionB. An aqueous solution of `Al_(2)(SO_(4))_(3)`C. A molten mixture of `Al_(2)O_(3) " and " Na_(3)AlF_(6)`D. A molten mixute of `Al_(2)O_(3) " and " Al(OH)_(3)`

Answer» Correct Answer - C
Electrolyte is molten mixture of `Al_(2)O_(3)` (alumina) and `Na_(3)AlF_(6)` (cryolite)
18.

Find the value of the source current from the following circuit.(a) 2.54A(b) 6.67A(c) 3.35A(d) 7.65A

Answer» The correct option is (a) 2.54A

Explanation: I3 =(3+j0)A

V2 =I3R=(3+j0)(8+j0)=(24+j0)V

I2=V2/Xc=(j1.5) A

I1 =I2 +I3 =(0+j1.5)+(3+j0)=(3+j1.5)A

I1=(3^2+1.5^2)^1/2= 3.35A.
19.

Full form of CAD is A. Computer Added Design B. Computer Added Diploma C. Computer Aided Design D. Computer Aided Draft

Answer»

C. Computer Aided Design

Full form of CAD is Computer Aided Design.

20.

Stabilized soil wall is cued for ______ to ______ days by sprinkling water.(a) 3 to 6(b) 15 to 20(c) 7 to 10(d) 20 to 35

Answer» Correct option is (c) 7 to 10

To explain: An appropriate type of chosen soil, when compacted at optimum moisture content, can be made strong and durable by the addition of a stabilizing agent. Stabilisation enables the soil to retain its shape and a significant proportion of its strength even when wetted to the point of saturation.
21.

Following are some techniques to manage anxiety due to an approaching Examination; except1. familiarising with the pattern of question paper.2. thinking too much ·about the result.3. seeking support.4. empha$ising strengths.

Answer» Correct Answer - Option 2 : thinking too much ·about the result.

AnxietyAnxiety is a feeling of fear, dread, and uneasiness. It might cause to sweat, feel restless and tense, and have a rapid heartbeat. It can be a normal reaction to stress.

Managing anxiety during exam

Many students freeze during exams and get depressed. Here are a few strategies to reduce examination pressure:

  • Maintain a healthy life: Continue to get adequate sleep, exercise, and healthy food during exam time. Avoid substances that increase anxiety:  caffeine, sugar, nicotine, and cannabis.
  • Get accurate information: Know what to expect when you arrive at the exam – format of questions, what material the exam will cover, and how much it is worth, etc.
  • Study effectively: Spread your studying over the whole term rather than “cramming.”  Feeling that you don’t have enough time to cover everything increases anxiety. Reduce anxiety by being well prepared.
  • Prepare to write the exam: Think about what commonly distracts you during exams (e.g.: frequent clock-watching, noise from other students, etc.) and develop strategies in advance for dealing with these distractions.
  • Adjust your attitude: Maintain an attitude of doing the best you can under the circumstances, rather than requiring perfection from yourself.

Conclusion: Anxiety can be normal in stressful situations such as public speaking or taking a test. Anxiety is only an indicator of underlying disease when feelings become excessive, all-consuming, and interfere with daily living. It can easily be reduced by proper strategy. Too much thinking about the problem causes more stress. Hence, option (2) is the correct explanation to the question.

22.

All the following facts indicate that a child is emotionally and socially fit in a class except1. develop good relationships with peers2. concentrate on and persist with challenging tasks3. manage both anger and joy effectively4. concentrate persistently on competition with peers

Answer» Correct Answer - Option 4 : concentrate persistently on competition with peers

Emotionally and socially fit students:

  • Display self-control: Emotionally and socially fit students are able to manage their anger as well as joy. In adverse situations, they remain calm and controlled and in a happy situation, they will share their happiness with others.
  • Express feeling in words: Whatever they feel for others or whatever is the situation, such kids try to express themselves openly.
  • Take pride in accomplishment: In every accomplishment, whether it is success or failure, they accept this with pride without feeling jealous or competitive with others.
  • Ask for help when needed: In need without any doubt, they will ask for help from their peers, teachers, and parents. Instead of hiding any adverse situation, such kids like to share with others and believe in getting their help.
  • Shows affection to familiar people: They love the people around them. Those people may be their parents, family members, peers, teachers, etc.
  • Aware of others' feeling: They always respect the feelings of others. They will neither shy away from expressing themselves nor do they disrespect others' feelings.

Conclusion: A socially and emotionally healthy child will always respect others, have self-control, takes pride in his/her accomplishment, and love all those people whom they know. Hence, option (4) is not the characteristic of a socially and emotionally healthy child.

23.

Which of the following marigold variety belongs to French Group A. Pusa Narangi Gainda B. Pusa Basanti Gainda C. Pusa Arpita D. Pusa Bahar

Answer»

C. Pusa Arpita

The following marigold variety belongs to French Group is Pusa Arpita.

24.

Combining two or more plots as a single plot is called __________(a) Amalgamation(b) Frontage(c) Bifurcation(d) Building setback

Answer» The correct answer is (a) Amalgamation

For explanation I would say: Building setback: Minimum distance between any building or any structure from the boundary line of the plot.

– Frontage: Frontage means the width of the site abutting the access road.

– Bifurcation: Means bifurcation of a plot into two.
25.

The excavation exceeding 1.5 m in width and 10 sq. m in plan area with a depth not exceeding 30 cm, is termed as __________(a) excavation(b) surface dressing(c) surface excavation(d) cutting

Answer» Right answer is (c) surface excavation

For explanation I would say: Surface dressing is done upto 15 cm depth and surface excavation upto 30 cm depth.
26.

Extinction of a response is more difficult following1. partial reinforcement2. continuous reinforcement3. punishment4. verbal reproach

Answer» Correct Answer - Option 1 : partial reinforcement

Extinction of response:

 In psychology, extinction refers to the gradual weakening of a conditioned response that results in the behavior decreasing or disappearing. In other words, the conditioned behavior eventually stops. 

Cause of extinction:

In classical conditioning, when a conditioned stimulus is presented alone without an unconditioned stimulus, the conditioned response will eventually cease.

In operant conditioning, extinction occurs when a response is no longer reinforced following a discriminative stimulus.

  • Continuous reinforcement: Continuous reinforcement is a method of reinforcing behavior in an effort to increase or decrease a particular behavior's frequency. It is part of a method of learning known as operant conditioning. In continuous schedules, reinforcement is provided every single time after the desired behavior. We have come to expect our behavior to be reinforced every time it is performed and quickly grow discouraged if it is not.
  • Partial reinforcement: Unlike continuous schedules, partial schedules only reinforce the desired behavior occasionally rather than all the time. This leads to slower learning since it is initially more difficult to make the association between behavior and reinforcement. However, partial schedules also produce behavior that is more resistant to extinction. 
ConclusionReinforcement and punishment are principles of operant conditioning that increase or decrease the likelihood of a behavior. Reinforcement and punishment are principles that are used in operant conditioning. Punishment is any consequence or outcome that decreases the likelihood of a behavioral response. Extinctionin operant conditioning, refers to when a reinforced behavior is extinguished entirely. This occurs at some point after reinforcement stops; the speed at which this happens depends on the reinforcement schedule. Partial reinforcement produces behavior more resistant to extinction. Hence, option (1) is correct.
27.

Indoor plant propagated through nodal/cane stem cuttings A. Dieffenbachia B. Peperomia C. Sansevieria D. Kalanchoe

Answer»

A. Dieffenbachia

Indoor plant propagated through nodal/cane stem cuttings is Dieffenbachia.

28.

Wheat is the plant of which type of climate?(a) Tropical (b) Warm humid(c) Temperate (d) Warm dry

Answer»

Wheat is the plant of Temperate type of climate.

29.

Kodarma is famous for---(a) Iron (b) Mica(c) Bauxite (d) Copper

Answer»

Kodarma is famous for Mica.

30.

Which one of the following ports of India is located on Malabar coast?(a) Chennai (b) Haldia (c) Paradeep(d) Kochi

Answer»

Kochi ports of India is located on Malabar coast.

31.

Find out the cube root of 59319?1. 292. 393. 414. 59

Answer» Correct Answer - Option 2 : 39

Given:

The given number = 59319

Concept:

Calculation skills trick

Calculation:

Step(1):

First, we will take the digit at the unit’s place.

At the unit place, we have 9.

Step(2):

Now consider the cube table, the cube of which number has 9 as at the unit digit place.

We see, 9 x 9 x 9 = 729.

Step(3):

That means the cube root of 59319 will have 9 at the unit place.

Step(4):

Now ignore the last 3 digits of 59319, i.e. 319

Step(5):

Taking 59 as a reference number, we can see from the cubes table 59 lies between cubes of 3 and 4.

Step(6): Here, we choose the lower number i.e. 3

∴ We get the two digit of the answer

∴ Cube root of 59319 = 39  

32.

Cut pieces of Bryophyllum leaf when put into wet soil produce new plants. Give a reason.

Answer»

Because adventitious buds arise from the notches present at the margins of of leaves.

33.

Find the cube root of 438976?1. 862. 563. 764. 66

Answer» Correct Answer - Option 3 : 76

Given:

The given number = 438976

Concept:

Calculation skills trick

Calculation:

Step(1):

First, we will take the digit at the unit’s place.

At the unit place, we have 6.

Step(2):

Now consider the cube table, the cube of which number has 6 as at the unit digit place.

We see, 6 x 6 x 6 = 216.

Step(3):

That means the cube root of 438976 will have 6 at the unit place.

Step(4):

Now ignore the last 3 digits of 438976, i.e. 976

Step(5):

Taking 438 as a reference number, we can see from the cubes table 438 lies between cubes of 7 and 8.

Step(6): Here, we choose the lower number i.e. 7

∴ We get the two digit of the answer

∴ Cube root of 483976 = 76  

34.

While traching the path of a ray of light passing through a rectangular glass slab a student tabulated his observations. If in his experiment for two readings he takes two values of ` angle ians 40^(@) and 50^(@)` . What should be the correct values of `anglee and angler` in each case ?

Answer» Case I: when ` angle = 40^(@) " " anglei = anglee`
then ` angle e = 40^(@) " " (sin (i))/(sin( r)) = ` constant
` angler lt 40^(@) or angler = 23^(@)`
Case II.
when ` anglei = 50^(@)`
` angle e= 50^(@)`
`angler lt 50^(@) or angler= 30^(@)`
35.

Find the cube of 51.1. 1335212. 1338313. 1326514. 1299915. None of these.

Answer» Correct Answer - Option 3 : 132651

Concept used:-

Trick for writing cube of a number.

Method & Calculation:-

  • Write the cube of 5 & 1 in three digit form i.e. (125001)
  • Now multiply all the digits within themselves i.e. (5 x 1) = 5
  • Now multiply the result obtained from step (2) by 3 i.e. 5 x 3 = 15
  • Now multiply 15 and 51 i.e. 15 x 51 = 765
  • Now keep the unit digit vacant and add 125001 & 765 i.e. 125001 + 765_ = 132651
36.

Write the differences between manufacturing and trading business activities.

Answer»

Manufacturing Business is one that coverts raw materials into finished products to meet the demands of the customer. In this form of business, the finished product can be directly sold to the customer. A factory that produces purified packaged drinking water is an example of manufacturing business. 

Trading Business does not manufacture a good or product but only facilitates the act of bringing the finished goods from the manufacturing unit to the buyer or customer. A pharmacy selling medicines produced or manufactured by different pharmaceutical companies is a trading business.

37.

Find the cube of 98.1. 9411922. 9289923. 9146524. 9234825. None of these.

Answer» Correct Answer - Option 1 : 941192

Concept used:-

Cube of a number near to base of hundred or tens.

Method and Calculation:-

 • Represent the cube as addition or subtraction from base of hundred or ten.

983 = (100 - 2)3

 • Use identity (a - b)3 = a3 - b3 - 3ab (a - b)

(100 - 2)3 = 1003 - 23 - 3 × 100 × 2 (100 - 2)

 (100 - 2)3 = 1000000 - 8 - 600 × 98 = 999992 - 58800 = 941192
38.

Bihar is the hinterland of which of the following ports?(a) Mumbai (b) Kolkata(c) Paradeep (d) Marmagao

Answer»

Bihar is the hinterland of Kolkata ports.

39.

Find the cube of 27.1. 189932. 196833. 195434. 198835. None of these.

Answer» Correct Answer - Option 2 : 19683

Concept used:-

Trick for writing cube of a number.

Method & Calculation:-

  • Write the cube of 2 & 7 in three digit form i.e. (008343
  • Now multiply all the digits within themselves i.e. (7 x 2) = 14
  • Now multiply the result obtained from step (2) by 3. i.e. 14 x 3 = 42
  • Now multiply 42 and 27 i.e. 42 x 27 = 1134
  • Now keep the unit digit vacant and add 008343 & 1134 i.e. 008343 + 1134_ = 19683
40.

In recent time Indian Airlines is known as of which name?(a) Airlines (b) Indian(c) Airways (d) None of these

Answer»

In recent time Indian Airlines is known as of Indian name.

41.

Find the cube root of 13824?1. 342. 263. 244. 36

Answer» Correct Answer - Option 3 : 24

Given:

The given number = 13824

Concept:

Calculation skills trick

Calculation:

Step(1):

First, we will take the digit at the unit’s place.

At the unit place, we have 4.

Step(2):

Now consider the cube table, the cube of which number has 4 as at the unit digit place.

We see, 4 x 4 x 4 = 64.

Step(3):

That means the cube root of 13824 will have 4 at the unit place.

Step(4):

Now ignore the last 3 digits of 13824, i.e. 824

Step(5):

Taking 59 as a reference number, we can see from the cubes table 13 lies between cubes of 2 and 3.

Step(6): Here, we choose the lower number i.e. 2

∴ We get the two digit of the answer

∴ Cube root of 13824 = 24

42.

Which of the following is the important factor for sustainable development in Indira Gandhi Canal Area?(a) Agricultural Development (b) Transportation Development(c) Ecosystem Development (d) Land improvement

Answer»

Ecosystem Development is the important factor for sustainable development in Indira Gandhi Canal Area.

43.

_______ coal reserves are abundant, taking advantage of them requires an active program of development. A) Even though B) Therefore C) So that D) Nevertheless

Answer»

Correct option is A) Even though

44.

Which one of the following is the raw material for Petro-Chemical industry?(a) Iron (b) Coal (c) Petrol(d) Bauxite

Answer»

Petrol is the raw material for Petro-Chemical industry.

45.

Find the cube of 64.1. 2621442. 2641643. 2638544. 2701445. None of these.

Answer» Correct Answer - Option 1 : 262144

Concept used:-

Trick for writing cube of a number.

Method & Calculation:-

  • Write the cube of 6 & 4 in three digit form i.e. (216064)
  • Now multiply all the digits within themselves i.e. (6 x 4) = 64
  • Now multiply the result obtained from step (2) by 3 i.e. 64 x 3 = 192
  • Now multiply 192 and 64 i.e. 192 x 64 = 1228
  • Now keep the unit digit vacant and add 216064 & 12288 i.e. 216064 + 12288_ = 262144

 

46.

Find the cube root of 50653?1. 172. 373. 274. 47

Answer» Correct Answer - Option 2 : 37

Given:

The given number = 50653

Concept:

Calculation skills trick

Calculation:

Step(1):

First, we will take the digit at the unit’s place.

At the unit place, we have 3.

Step(2):

Now consider the cube table, the cube of which number has 3 as at the unit digit place.

We see, 7 x 7 x 7 = 343.

Step(3):

That means the cube root of 50653 will have 7 at the unit place.

Step(4):

Now ignore the last 3 digits of 50653, i.e. 653

Step(5):

Taking 50 as a reference number, we can see from the cubes table 50 lies between cubes of 3 and 4.

Step(6): Here, we choose the lower number i.e. 3

∴ We get the two digit of the answer

∴ Cube root of 50653 = 37  

47.

About 80% of India’s coal reserves is of which type?(a) Bituminous(b) Anthracite(c) Lignite (d) Peat

Answer»

About 80% of India’s coal reserves is of Bituminous type.

48.

Service sector is included in:-(a) Tertiary Activities(b) Quaternary Activities(c) Quinary Activities (d) All of these

Answer»

Service sector is included in:

  • Tertiary Activities 
  • Quaternary Activities
  • Quinary Activities
49.

A nucleotide contains which coenzyme

Answer»

A nucleotide consists of a sugar molecule (either ribose in RNA or deoxyribose in DNA) attached to a phosphate group and a nitrogen-containing base. The bases used in DNA are adenine (A), cytosine (C), guanine (G), and thymine (T).

50.

Mimicry is useful forA. ConcealmentB. ProtectionC. PredationD. Both (B) and (C )

Answer» Correct Answer - A
(A) Mimicry is useful for concealment.