InterviewSolution
Saved Bookmarks
InterviewSolution
This section includes InterviewSolutions, each offering curated multiple-choice questions to sharpen your knowledge and support exam preparation. Choose a topic below to get started.
| 1. |
Which probe does the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) planned to launch in 2018? |
| Answer» The National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) Parker Solar Probe launched in the summer of 2018 to explore the sun's atmosphere. The satellite is named as the Parker Solar Probe in honour of astrophysicist Eugene Parker. This will be NASA's first mission to the sun and its outermost atmosphere corona. The 10-feet high Parker Solar Probe will fly within 6.4 million km of the sun's surface right into the solar atmosphere. | |
| 2. |
NASA's Juno Spacecraft has discovered Earth-sized cyclones at this planet. |
| Answer» National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA's) Juno spacecraft has discovered Earth-sized cyclones at the poles of the Jupiter. It showed the presence of the storm systems that travel deep into the heart of the planet. Measurements of Jupiter's magnetosphere indicate that Jupiter has a stronger magnetic field than expected which is more irregular in shape. The magnetic field on the planet is in the order of 7.766 Gauss which is about 10 times stronger than the strongest magnetic field found on Earth. | |
| 3. |
The cost of world's biggest and most expensive earth imaging satellite developed by NASA and ISRO is? |
| Answer» National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) and Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) will jointly develop and launch the world's biggest and most expensive earth imaging satellite costing around $ 1.5 billion. The satellite has been named as Nasa-Isro Synthetic Aperture Radar (NISAR). | |
| 4. |
The President of United States, Donald Trump wants to send American astronauts to which space body? |
| Answer» Donald Trump wants humans on Mars and to get humans on the Red Planet in the 2030s and wants people on Mars by the end of his first term, in three-and-a-half years. | |
| 5. |
Proxima B is orbiting about _____ light years from Earth to have liquid water and support alien life. |
| Answer» An Earth-Like Planet called Proxima B orbiting the closest neighbouring Star, Proxima Centauri. It is about 4.2 light years (25 trillion miles) away from Earth likely to have liquid water and also support alien life. The planet Proxima B was discovered in August last year 2016r, and is thought to be of similar size to Earth, creating the possibility that it could have an 'Earth-like' atmosphere. | |
| 6. |
NASA successfully launched its heavy-lift super pressure balloon in _______. |
| Answer» NASA successfully launched its football-stadium-sized, heavy-lift super pressure balloon (SPB) from Wanaka, New Zealand. It flying on a national day of remembrance in New Zealand and Australia similar in spirit to the U.S. observance of Memorial Day. | |
| 7. |
NASA scientists have discovered a new planet 'iceball' through ___________. |
| Answer» NASA Scientists have discovered a new planet through Microlensing The planet referred as 'iceball' due to its probable cold state. The newly discovered planet is nearly 13,000 light-years away and orbits a small star. Microlensing is a technique that aids the discovery of distant objects by using background stars as flashlights. | |
| 8. |
India successfully test fired its Agni-III ballistic missile from Abdul Kalam Island off Odisha coast. It is powered by ___ stage solid propellant engine. |
| Answer» India successfully test-fired 3000 kilometre range Agni-III ballistic missile from Abdul Kalam Island off Odisha coast. The test was aimed at re-establishing the operational effectiveness of the weapon system. It is powered by a two-stage solid propellant engine with a length of 17 metres, the missile's diameter is 2 metres and weight is around 2200 kilograms. | |
| 9. |
Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) is going to launch _________ communication satellites by the end of 2017. |
| Answer» Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) is going to launch five communication satellites by the end of 2017. The main aim behind the launch is to improve the communication system within the country. The specific use of the satellites would be to improve the number of available transponders for communications. The move is expected to significantly enhance India's communication capability. | |
| 10. |
The South Asia satellite "GSAT-09" will be launched by ISRO from which launch vehicle? |
| Answer» The South Asia satellite "GSAT-09" will be launched by Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) to boost the development and economy of the South Asian Association for Regional Cooperation (SAARC) nations in the region. | |
| 11. |
What is the total weight of GSAT-9 or the "South Asia" satellite? |
| Answer» India launched the Geosynchronous Satellite Launch Vehicle (GSLV-F09) carrying the GSAT-9 or the "South Asia" satellite on 5 May with the total weight of 2,230 kg. Initially, it was to be named "SAARC Satellite" but its name was changed to South Asia Satellite after Pakistan refused to join the project. It was launched from the Satish Dhawan Space Centre in Sriharikota in Andhra Pradesh. The satellite is meant for providing communication and disaster support and connectivities among the countries of South Asia region. | |
| 12. |
Which rocket lands in Florida, US after military satellite? |
| Answer» SpaceX successfully landed its Falcon 9 rocket on solid ground after launching the vehicle from Cape Canaveral, Florida. It was the 34th mission for SpaceX, but its first flight for the Department of Defense. | |
| 13. |
The garish red colour of the Blood Falls water was attributed to discolouration caused by __________. |
| Answer» Blood Falls of Antarctica Located in the McMurdo Dry Valleys. The garish red colour of the water was attributed to discolouration caused by red algae. But, new research by scientists from the University of Alaska Fairbanks suggests a different possibility. The red colour is a product of oxidisation of iron that takes place when iron minerals dissolve in high-density salt water or brine. | |
| 14. |
Which institute created the inflatable greenhouse effect to grow fresh food and produce oxygen on Mars or Moon? |
| Answer» NASA scientists have designed an inflatable greenhouse that astronauts could one day use to grow fresh food and produce oxygen on Mars or Moon. It involves an inflatable, deployable greenhouse to support plant and crop production for nutrition, air revitalisation, water recycling and waste recycling. | |
| 15. |
On this Neptune-sized planet, NASA scientists detected a strong water signature in the atmosphere. |
| Answer» National Aeronautics and Space Administration( NASA) scientists detected "a strong water signature" in the atmosphere of a distant Neptune-sized planet called HAT-P-26b. HAT-P-26b has a primitive atmosphere composed entirely of hydrogen and helium.It is located about 437 light-years away, HAT-P-26b orbits a star roughly twice as old as our Sun. | |
| 16. |
Which country tests a "Lunar Palace" for simulating a lunar-like environment on earth? |
| Answer» China has set up a 160-square-meter (1,720-square-foot) laboratory called as "Yuegong-1", or "Lunar Palace" for simulating a lunar-like environment to test a life-support system that may allow future astronauts to spend longer periods of time in space. | |
| 17. |
What are the names of the two missiles in the Spyder missile? |
| Answer» Surface-to-air PYthon and DERby(Spyder) missile system was test fired from the mobile launching complex-III of the Integrated Test Range (ITR) at Chandipur, Odisha. The defence system comprises two missiles - Python and Derby with an active onboard radar which makes the Spyder system more lethal. Both the missiles are smokeless which makes it harder to detect them visually and the launch position. | |
| 18. |
What is the name of the vaccine which is launced for Pneumonia? |
| Answer» Union Minister for Health and Family Welfare J P Nadda launched new Pneumococcal Conjugate Vaccine(PCV) for Pneumonia. It will provide protection against 13 types of pneumococcal bacteria which results in pneumonia. This is used to vaccinate children under two years old as part of the NHS childhood vaccination programme. | |
| 19. |
Which IIT Scientists have developed the Nasofilters? |
| Answer» Scientists at Indian Institute of Technology Delhi have developed the device 'Nasofilters' which is capable of restricting up to 95% of dust and air pollutants. Nasofilter has an incredible filter technology that gives protection against the finest particulate pollutants especially the 2.5 concentration and involving a cost of Rs 10.filter | |
| 20. |
The scientist has discovered the first natural human antibodies aganist ____________ virus. |
| Answer» After analysing the blood of a survivor of the 2013-16 Ebola outbreak,a team of scientists from academia, industry and the government has discovered the first natural human antibodies that can neutralize and protect animals against all three major disease-causing ebolaviruses. It could lead to the first broadly effective ebolavirus therapies and vaccines. | |
| 21. |
What is the name of the new organism discovered by team of scientists at National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA)? |
| Answer» A team of scientists at National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) has named a new organism discovered by them after A.P.J. Abdul Kalam, a Former President of India. The name of the bacterium is Solibacillus kalamii. the species name is named after Abdul Kalam and genus name is Solibacillus. | |
| 22. |
Indian Space Research Organisation planned to launch this satellite on 5th June 2017. |
| Answer» The Indian Space Research Organisation will be launching the Heaviest Rocket called the Geosynchronous Satellite Launch Vehicle Mark III (GSLV Mk-III) on 5th June 2017. It is 43 meters in height, 4 meters round and has a lift-off mass of 640 tonnes. It will help India become self-reliant for launching satellites as it would be capable of placing 4 - tonnes glass geosynchronous satellite into orbit. | |
| 23. |
The frog which is discovered in the Amazonian lowlands of Ecuador is? |
| Answer» A new glass frog species with transparent skin through which its beating heart is visible has been discovered by scientists in the Amazonian lowlands of Ecuador. Hyalinobatrachium yaku has unique physical and behavioural traits. Glass frogs need pristine streams to breed in, if the stream dries up, or becomes polluted, the frogs can't survive. | |
| 24. |
Prithvi-II Ballistic Missile successfully test fired at? |
| Answer» India successfully test-fired Prithvi-II ballistic missile of the Integrated Test Range (ITR) at Chandipur in Odisha's Balasore. It is capable of carrying 500 kg to 1,000 kg of warheads and is thrust by liquid propulsion twin engines. It is a surface-to-surface missile, which has a strike range of 350 km, was carried out from a mobile launcher. | |
| 25. |
ISRO test-fired this satellite at Chandipur in Odisha. |
| Answer» India has successfully test-fired its first all-weather tracked-chassis Quick Reaction Surface-to-Air Missile (QR-SAM) from a mobile launcher at Integrated Test Range at Chandipur in Odisha. (QR-SAM) was jointly developed by the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) and Bharat Electronics Limited. | |
| 26. |
Which rocket was launched by the Space X recently? |
| Answer» SpaceX's Falcon 9 rocket successfully launched a Dragon spacecraft for the company's eleventh Commercial Resupply Services mission (CRS-11) to the International Space Station. This is Space X's 11 mission under a National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) contract. | |
| 27. |
What is the name of the planet which is discovered as the hottest known planet located 650 light years from Earth? |
| Answer» Scientists have discovered the hottest known planet located 650 light years from Earth, which is warmer than most stars in the universe and sports a giant, glowing gas tail like a comet. The Jupiter-like planet orbits a massive star KELT-9 every day. | |
| 28. |
Which country planned to send mini-ecosystems to Moon? |
| Answer» China is planning to send mini-ecosystems comprising of potato seeds and silkworm eggs to the Moon by next year. The main objective of this mission is to prepare for future moon landings and possible human inhabitants. According to the researchers, the silkworms will hatch and create carbon dioxide, while the potato plants will generate oxygen.ss | |
| 29. |
DRDO's anti-tank 'Nag' missile was test fired in _________. |
| Answer» The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) successfully test fired anti-tank 'Nag' missile in Rajasthan. The anti-tank Nag missile is one of the five missile systems developed by the Defence Research and Development Organization (DRDO) under the integrated guided missile development program (IGMDP). | |
| 30. |
This country launches first X-ray space telescope to study black holes, pulsars, and gamma-ray bursts. |
| Answer» China successfully launched its first X-ray space telescope to study black holes, pulsars, and gamma-ray bursts. The 2.5-tonne telescope was sent into an orbit of 550 kilometers above Earth. | |
| 31. |
According to National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA),which was the second hottest month in a span of 137 years? |
| Answer» According to National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA), May 2017 was the second hottest month in a span of 137 years. May 2016 is the hottest on record with 0.93 degrees Celsius warmer than the May 2017 mean temperature. | |
| 32. |
For which satellite the Electric Propulsion (EP) technology is used recently? |
| Answer» Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) working on a new propulsion system known as the Electric Propulsion (EP) system that is set to usher for cost effective satellite launches. This technology was first used as a technology demonstrator in Geostationary Communication satellite (GSAT-9) or the South Asia Satellite. | |
| 33. |
Which Institute passes key Safety Tests for Orion Spacecraft recently? |
| Answer» NASA engineers tested the abort motor for Orion's Launch Abort System (LAS). National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) Orion spacecraft, designed to take astronauts to deep space destinations successfully completed a series of tests for its critical safety systems. | |
| 34. |
ISRO's Mars Orbiter Mission (MOM) completes ______ earth days in orbit. |
| Answer» Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) Mars Orbiter Mission (MOM) completes 1000 earth days in orbit. The MOM has at present completed 388 orbits of Mars and has sent 715 images back to earth. MOM was launched into space on November 5, 2013, from Satish Dhawan Space Centre using a Polar Satellite Launch Vehicle (PSLV) rocket C25. | |
| 35. |
Which satellite is being tested by the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) ? |
| Answer» National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) testing the effectiveness of a flexible solar array, the Roll-Out Solar Array (ROSA) on the space station for the very first time. ROSA is smaller and lighter than the traditional panels and has a center wing build of a flexible material containing photovoltaic cells to convert light into electricity. | |
| 36. |
ISRO's PSLV-C38 can able to carry this much of satellite. |
| Answer» Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) workhorse rocket Polar Satellite Launch Vehicle (PSLV-38) blasted off from the spaceport carrying the Cartosat-2 series satellite a dedicated satellite for the defense forces along with 30 co-passenger satellites. The 30 satellites will together weigh 243 kg and the total weight of all the 31 satellites, including Cartosat, is about 955 kilograms. | |
| 37. |
Which coutry's scientists designed the world's most powerful submarine detector? |
| Answer» Chinese scientists have claimed a major breakthrough in magnetic detection technology which could find hidden metallic objects, including minerals and submarines. It works from the air, could be used to pinpoint the location of minerals buried deep beneath the earth in Inner Mongolia, for example, with a level of precision as high as anything currently available around the world, the experts were quoted as saying by the report. | |
| 38. |
What types of Lights are produced by the scientists recently? |
| Answer» The Scientists have created the brightest light ever produced on the Earth, shining a billion times stronger than the surface of the Sun. It used a new type of X-ray, capable of taking higher resolution images. These lights are used for the safety purposes. | |
| 39. |
The weight of GSAT-17 communication Satellite launched by the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) is? |
| Answer» The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) GSAT-17 communication Satellite onboard the Ariane-5 launch vehicle from the Guiana Space Center at French Guiana. Its weight is about 3,477-kg and will be placed in the Geostationary orbit which has a mission life of 15 years. | |
| 40. |
Which institute launched Rocket to produce Colourful Artificial Clouds? |
| Answer» The National Aeronautics and Space Administration(NASA) successfully launched Terrier-Improved Malemute sounding rocket that created colourful artificial clouds visible in the skies of the United States Of America. The colorful vapors could be seen from New York to North Carolina. The launch tested a new system that helps studies of the ionosphere and aurora. | |
| 41. |
Which missile was testfired by the India successfully? |
| Answer» India successfully test-fired its developed quick reaction surface-to-air short range missile (QR-SAM). It was test fired in a launch complex-3 at the Integrated Test Range (ITR) at Chandipur. The QR-SAM has been developed by the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) and other establishments. | |
| 42. |
What is name of the star which is being discover as Smallest Star known in the Universe? |
| Answer» A team of international astronomers has found the smallest star known in our galaxy. The star - which only has the scientific designation of EBLM J0555-57Ab - is located about 600 light-years from Earth and can be seen from the Southern Hemisphere - if you look through a large telescope. The star is 2,000 to 3,000 times fainter than our own sun. | |
| 43. |
Which country scientists developed the 3D-printed soft silicone Heart? |
| Answer» Scientists from ETH Zurich in Switzerland have developed a 3D-printed soft silicone heart that closely resembles and functions like the human organ. It is not an exact biological replica of the actual but can help to save lives of people who suffer from cardiac failure. The 3D-printed soft artificial heart is a silicone monoblock with complex inner structure. It weighs 390 gms and has a volume of 679 cubic centimetres. | |
| 44. |
What is the name of the new creature found in Canada? |
| Answer» Canadian scientists identified a new bird-like species of dinosaur that lived nearly 71 million years ago. It has been named as the Albertavenatorcurriei, which means Currie's, Alberta Hunter. The species was found in Alberta, has been named in honour of famous Canadian palaeontologist Philip J. Currie. | |
| 45. |
What is the name of the low-cost screening device launched by the Government of India to detect congenital hearing loss in newborns? |
| Answer» The Ministry of Science and Technology (S & T) has launched a low-cost indigenous newborn hearing screening device "Sohum" in New Delhi to detect a congenital hearing loss in newborns. The device has been developed by School of International Biodesign (SIB) startup M/s Sohum Innovation Labs India Pvt. Ltd. The portable Sohum hearing screening device measures auditory brain waves via three electrodes placed on the baby's head. When stimulated, they detect electrical responses generated by the brain's auditory system. If there is no response, the child cannot hear. It must be noted that 800,000 hearing impaired babies are born annually across the world, of which nearly 100,000 are in India. | |
| 46. |
What is the name of the satellite which is the third brightest object in the world? |
| Answer» Mayak satellite is the third brightest object in the sky only after the Sun and the Moon. he satellites that were launched included an Earth observation Kanopus-V-IK satellite, the main payload, and 72 smallsats. The satellite will orbit the Earth, about 370 miles (600 km) high, giant mylar reflector with a surface area of 170 square feet. | |
| 47. |
Which country's scientist recently announced the discovery of potential drug to fight Zika virus infection? |
| Answer» Researchers from a south eastern Spanish university announced the discovery of a molecule that could be used as a potential drug to fight the effects of a Zika virus infection. | |
| 48. |
Which country has been planning to chase the shadow of the moon using two of NASA's WB-57F research jets during the upcoming total solar eclipse? |
| Answer» Scientists from National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) for the first time are planning to chase the shadow of the moon using two of NASA's WB-57F research jets during the upcoming total solar eclipse in the United States. The research jets (planes) will have twin telescopes mounted on the noses of the planes to capture clearest images of Sun's corona to date. | |
| 49. |
Which type of Fish did the Scientists discover glow in the dark recently? |
| Answer» Scientists have discovered new species of glow-in-the-dark shark living 1,000 feet below the Pacific Ocean off the coast of the northwestern Hawaiian islands. It has been named Etmopterus lailae and belongs to lantern shark family. Etmopterus lailae is a strange head shape which is large and bulgy snout where its nostrils and olfactory organs are located in Sea. | |
| 50. |
What is the name of World's Smallest spacecraft launched by the Indian Rocket? |
| Answer» The world's smallest spacecraft ever launched have successfully been placed in low Earth orbit by Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) PSLV rocket. It is named as Sprites, the 3.5cmx3.5cm space probes weigh 4 grams each and run on sunlight. | |