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Q272024 · 26 Sept 2024 · Shift 1
In the context of cell division, which chromosomal behaviour takes place at the leptotene stage?
1. A.Chromosomes begin to condense
2. B.Synapsis is complete
3. C.Homologous chromosomes pair
4. D.Chromosomes are un-synapsed
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Answer: A
Q382024 · 26 Sept 2024 · Shift 2
Match the terms in column A with their respective properties in column B. Column-A Column-B i. Glucose a. Intermediate substance in breakdown of glucose ii. Yeast b. Glucose is converted into pyruvic acid iii. Glycolysis c. Uses nutrients for fermentation process iv. Pyruvic acid d. Best organic substrate for respiration
1. A.i-d, ii-c, iii-b, iv-a
2. B.i-b, ii-d, iii-a, iv-c
3. C.i-a, ii-b, iii-c, iv-d
4. D.i-b, ii-a, iii-d, iv-c
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Answer: A
Q402024 · 26 Sept 2024 · Shift 2
Match the points under Column A with those under Column B. Column A (Subphylum) Column B (Animal) i. Hexapoda a. Daphnia ii. Crustacea b. Mosquito iii. Myriapoda c. Limulus iv. Chelicerata d. Julus
1. A.i-b, ii-a, iii-d, iv-c
2. B.i-d, ii-c, iii-b, iv-a
3. C.i-a, ii-b, iii-c, iv-d
4. D.i-b, ii-c, iii-a, iv-d
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Answer: A
Q262024 · 25 Sept 2024 · Shift 1
Match the points under Column A with those under Column B. Column A (Disease) Column B (Organism Responsible) i. Malaria a. Vibrio ii. Diarrhoea b. Salmonella iii. Typhoid c. Rotavirus iv. Cholera d. Plasmodium
1. A.i-a, ii-c, iii-b, iv-d
2. B.i-a, ii-b, iii-c, iv-d
3. C.i-d, ii-c, iii-b, iv-a
4. D.i-b, ii-a, iii-c, iv-d
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Answer: C
Q492024 · 25 Sept 2024 · Shift 1
Which essential amino acid enhances calcium absorption and also plays an important role in the formation of collagen?
1. A.Tyrosine
2. B.Histidine
3. C.Lysine
4. D.Arginine
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Answer: C
Q502024 · 25 Sept 2024 · Shift 1
According to Mendeleev’s Periodic Table, which elements' properties matched up remarkably well with eka-silicon?
1. A.Scandium
2. B.Gallium
3. C.Titanium
4. D.Germanium
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Answer: D
Q342024 · 25 Sept 2024 · Shift 2
Who among the following sent Megasthenes to the court of Chandragupta Maurya?
1. A.Alexander III
2. B.Seleucus I Nicator
3. C.Antiochus I Soter
4. D.Antiochus III
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Answer: B
Q432024 · 25 Sept 2024 · Shift 2
What is the name of the inflammatory condition that causes cracks, crusting and scaling at the corners of the mouth due to vitamin B2 deficiency?
1. A.Cheilosis
2. B.Psoriasis
3. C.Atopic dermatitis
4. D.Urticaria
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Answer: A
Q342024 · 25 Sept 2024 · Shift 3
Which acid is used as a souring agent added to vinegar, pickled vegetables, and sauces, and as a raw material for seasoning?
1. A.Formic acid
2. B.Citric acid
3. C.Tartaric acid
4. D.Acetic acid
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Answer: D
Q352024 · 25 Sept 2024 · Shift 3
Which of the following gases plays an important role in welding titanium, aluminium, stainless steel, and magnesium?
1. A.Fluorine
2. B.Chlorine
3. C.Argon
4. D.Neon
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Answer: C
Q322024 · 24 Sept 2024 · Shift 2
N. Rangasamy sworn in as the Chief Minister of Puducherry in May 2021. What is the name of the party he formed?
1. A.Amma Makkal Munnettra Kazagam
2. B.All India NR Congress
3. C.Viduthalai Chiruthaigal Katchi
4. D.Naam Tamilar Katchi
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Answer: B
Q352024 · 24 Sept 2024 · Shift 2
Which gas is evolved when iron and water react?
1. A.Ammonia
2. B.Oxygen
3. C.Methane
4. D.Hydrogen
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Answer: D
Q402024 · 24 Sept 2024 · Shift 3
What happens when two forces act in the opposite directions on an object?
1. A.The net force acting on the object is the total of the two forces.
2. B.The net force acting on the object is the difference between the two objects.
3. C.The net force acting on the object is the sum of the two objects.
4. D.The net force acting on the object is the difference between the two forces.
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Answer: D
Q492024 · 23 Sept 2024 · Shift 1
A chemical reaction in which the rate of reaction is directly proportional to the first power of the concentration of the reacting substance is called:
1. A.second order reaction
2. B.first order reaction
3. C.zero order reaction
4. D.third order reaction
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Answer: B
Q262024 · 23 Sept 2024 · Shift 3
Digestion of food is an important function of the animal body. In animals like lions, cows, humans, etc., the process involves use of various organs starting from the mouth and ending with the anus. The longest part of this canal is known as the ________.
1. A.small intestine
2. B.stomach
3. C.oesophagus
4. D.large intestine
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Answer: A
Q402024 · 19 Sept 2024 · Shift 1
Which of the following is NOT a unit of energy?
1. A.Joule
2. B.Kilowatt hour
3. C.Calorie
4. D.Newton
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Answer: D
Q302024 · 19 Sept 2024 · Shift 2
For a chemical reaction with rise in temperature by 10°, the rate constant becomes nearly ____________________.
1. A.Triple
2. B.half
3. C.Double
4. D.one-fourth
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Answer: C
Q412024 · 19 Sept 2024 · Shift 2
Which of the following is an example of prokaryotic cells?
1. A.Plasmodium
2. B.Yeast
3. C.Leishmania
4. D.Bacteria
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Answer: D
Q372024 · 18 Sept 2024 · Shift 2
Under the ‘Mero Rukh Mero Santati’ initiative launched by the Sikkim Chief Minister Prem Singh Tamang in 2023, how many trees will be planted for every child born in Sikkim?
1. A.100
2. B.150
3. C.200
4. D.50
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Answer: A
Q382024 · 18 Sept 2024 · Shift 3
Which of the following chemical reactions takes place when quick lime reacts with water?
1. A.CaO(s) + H2O(l) → Ca + H2(aq)
2. B.CH4(g) + 2O2(g) → CO2(g) + 2H2O(g)
3. C.C(s) + O2(g) → CO2(g)
4. D.CaO(s) + H2O(l) → Ca(OH)2(aq)
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Answer: D
Q282024 · 17 Sept 2024 · Shift 1
Which of the following gases get released when dilute sulphuric acid (H2SO4) reacts with magnesium (Mg)?
1. A.SO2
2. B.O2
3. C.H2
4. D.SO3
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Answer: C
Q402024 · 17 Sept 2024 · Shift 1
Which set of diseases are caused by bacteria?
1. A.Dengue, Malaria, Cholera
2. B.Influenza, Dengue, Cholera
3. C.Typhoid, Cholera, Tuberculosis
4. D.Malaria, Common cold, Influenza
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Answer: C
Q322024 · 17 Sept 2024 · Shift 2
Which of the following is NOT a halogen gas?
1. A.Cl
2. B.He
3. C.Br
4. D.F
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Answer: B
Q332024 · 17 Sept 2024 · Shift 2
The chemical formula of glucose is C6H12O6. The weight % of carbon in glucose is:
1. A.53
2. B.25
3. C.72
4. D.40
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Answer: D
Q322024 · 17 Sept 2024 · Shift 3
Which of the following is the most acidic?
1. A.C₃H₇COOH
2. B.CH₃COOH
3. C.C₂H₅COOH
4. D.HCOOH
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Answer: D