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1Biologymembrane lipids functions

Which function cannot be attributed to plasma membrane lipids?

  1. A.Recognition of cells having non-self surface markers
  2. B.Maintaining cell membrane flexibility
  3. C.Control of metabolic reaction across cell membrane
  4. D.Binding ligands for intracellular response

Explanation

Membrane lipids provide a hydrophobic barrier, contribute to membrane flexibility and can participate in cell recognition via glycolipids, but they do not control metabolic reactions across the membrane. Control of transport and enzymatic activities at the membrane is performed mainly by membrane proteins (transporters and enzymes), not by the lipid molecules themselves.

2Biologydisaccharide glycosidic linkage

Loss of reactivity of sucrose is due to its:

  1. A.High solubility in water
  2. B.Polar nature
  3. C.Unavailability of functional group
  4. D.Alpha 1-2 Glycosidic linkage

Explanation

Sucrose has an α-1,2 glycosidic bond between the anomeric carbons of glucose and fructose, so neither anomeric carbon is free and the molecule is non-reducing. That lack of a free reducing end explains its reduced chemical reactivity compared with reducing sugars.

3Biologypeptide hormone structure

Proteins with tertiary structure are helpful in:

  1. A.Carrying messages from glands to target organs
  2. B.Maintaining epithelial lining of skin
  3. C.Making the matrix of connective tissue
  4. D.Helping muscle contraction

Explanation

Many hormones are peptides whose biological activity depends on their folded tertiary structure to bind receptors and be transported in the bloodstream. Other options describe structural or contractile roles that are characteristic of other protein types, not hormone signalling molecules.

4Biologydisulfide bonds in keratin

Rebounding is process of straightening the curly hairs. Which bond is targeted by oxidizing agents used during this process?

  1. A.Peptide bond
  2. B.Ionic bond
  3. C.Disulphide bridge
  4. D.Hydrogen bond

Explanation

Hair curliness is stabilized by disulfide (cystine) bonds between keratin polypeptides; oxidizing or reducing treatments break or rearrange those S–S bonds to change hair shape. Peptide, ionic or hydrogen bonds are not the primary covalent linkages targeted in permanent/rebonding treatments.

5Biologyheavy metal protein interactions

Ions of heavy metal are harmful for living organisms because of their ability to:

  1. A.Cleave nucleic acid
  2. B.Interfere with fat metabolism
  3. C.Break glycosidic bonds
  4. D.Destabilize proteins

Explanation

Heavy metal ions bind strongly to thiol and other side chains in proteins, disrupting native folding and leading to denaturation and loss of function. While some metals can damage nucleic acids or lipids indirectly, the principal acute toxicity mechanism is destabilization of protein structure.

6Biologycytochrome b6f and proton gradient

Which mechanism would be compromised in the absence of cytochrome complex during light reaction of photosynthesis?

  1. A.Reduction of reaction center chlorophyll
  2. B.Photolysis of water
  3. C.Oxidation of primary electron receptor
  4. D.Establishment of proton gradient across thylakoid membrane

Explanation

The cytochrome complex (cytochrome b6f) mediates electron transfer between photosystems and couples that transfer to proton translocation across the thylakoid membrane, creating the proton motive force used for ATP synthesis. Without it the proton gradient cannot be properly established, so option D is correct.

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Questions 7137

7Biologyglycolytic isomerization steps

During glycolysis, isomerization takes place in the formation of:

  1. A.Dihydroxyacetone phosphate and 2-phosphoglycerate
  2. B.G3P and fructose 6-phosphate
  3. C.PEP and pyruvate
  4. D.Fructose 6-phosphate and 3-phosphoglycerate

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8Biologypep carboxylase specificity in c4

Presence of PEP carboxylase in C4 plants enables them to avoid photorespiration due to:

  1. A.Presence of enzyme in high concentration
  2. B.Absence of Rubisco
  3. C.PEP carboxylase being strictly carboxylase
  4. D.High yield of enzyme

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9Biologyacetyl coa central metabolite

Fats and proteins are metabolized via — which of the following serves as common duct for both metabolisms?

  1. A.Acetyl-CoA
  2. B.Pyruvate
  3. C.G3P
  4. D.Lactate

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10Biologyviral genome types

Which of the following virus has a double stranded DNA genome?

  1. A.Rubella
  2. B.Influenza
  3. C.HIV
  4. D.Small pox

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11Biologyenzyme specificity versus regulation

An enzyme is capable of acting on a wide range of related substrates. Which of the following is a property of this enzyme?

  1. A.Inflexible active site
  2. B.Regulatory enzyme
  3. C.Non-regulatory enzyme
  4. D.Highly specific enzyme

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12Biologybacterial capsule advantages

All are the characteristics responsible for better survival of encapsulated bacteria except:

  1. A.High pathogenicity
  2. B.Withstand dehydration
  3. C.Strict adhesion to internal surfaces
  4. D.Easy recognition by host

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13Biologyprobiotics mechanisms of benefit

Probiotics in infants formula milk keep babies healthy by doing all of the following actions except:

  1. A.Produce important vitamins
  2. B.Kill pathogenic bacteria
  3. C.Prevent colonization of pathogens
  4. D.Enhance immunity

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14Biologyzymogen activation

Activation of all of the following enzymes need a regulatory molecule except:

  1. A.Pepsinogen
  2. B.Trypsinogen
  3. C.Erepsin
  4. D.Chymotrypsinogen

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15Biologypapillary muscle function

Weakened papillary muscles of right ventricle would result in constant back flow of blood into:

  1. A.Right atrium
  2. B.Left ventricle
  3. C.Right ventricle
  4. D.Left atrium

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16Biologygallbladder role in bile secretion

A person with a removed gall bladder experiences difficulty in fat digestion due to:

  1. A.Absence of Bile
  2. B.Uncontrolled release of Bile
  3. C.Reduced alkalinity of bile
  4. D.Absence of bile pigments

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17Biologywaxy cuticle function

Waxy cuticle protects the plant cell from:

  1. A.Desiccation
  2. B.Photorespiration
  3. C.Toxin metabolism
  4. D.Protein loss

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18Biologyvenous structural features

Which of the following set of characteristics are related to veins?

  1. A.Valves: Present, Wall thickness: Thick, Diameter: 7-9mm
  2. B.Valves: Absent, Wall thickness: Thick, Diameter: 40-50mm
  3. C.Valves: Present, Wall thickness: Thinner, Diameter: 40-50mm
  4. D.Valves: Absent, Wall thickness: Thinner, Diameter: 40-50mm

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19Biologylymphatic system functions

Which of the following would not be compromised in the absence of lymphatic system?

  1. A.Blood pressure
  2. B.Oxygen carrying capacity of blood
  3. C.Blood composition
  4. D.Defense mechanism

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20Biologyblood versus interstitial fluid components

The presence of which molecules distinguishes blood from interstitial fluid?

  1. A.Large proteins and electrolytes
  2. B.Glucose and RBCs
  3. C.Antibodies and electrolytes
  4. D.RBCs and large proteins

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21Biologywater potential in saline soils

Plants growing in saline soil face the problem of dehydration due to:

  1. A.Yw of soil > Yw of root
  2. B.Ys of soil < Ys of root
  3. C.Yw of root > Yw of soil
  4. D.Yw of root = Yw of soil

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22Biologyconvalescent plasma antibodies

During Covid-19 epidemic, plasma of recovered patients was injected in covid patients. Which component of plasma was responsible for this?

  1. A.Plasminogen
  2. B.Interferons
  3. C.Antibodies
  4. D.Interleukin-I

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23Biologyartificial active immunity

Choose the one which is an example of artificial active immunity:

  1. A.Fetus receiving antibodies of mother through placenta
  2. B.Mother receiving antibodies
  3. C.Baby receiving MMR shots
  4. D.Prevention of disease due to previous infection

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24Biologyhelper t cells b cell activation

Which of the following type of T cells are required for the activation of B cells?

  1. A.Helper T cells
  2. B.Cytotoxic T cells
  3. C.Suppressor T cells
  4. D.Memory T cells

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25Biologyneurotransmitter inactivation

What is the fate of a neurotransmitter after the transmission of nerve impulse across synapse?

  1. A.It is taken into post synaptic neuron
  2. B.Released to post synaptic membrane
  3. C.Released into the synaptic cleft
  4. D.Broken down by enzymes

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26Biologyexcitatory postsynaptic potential

Which immediate change is brought about in the post synaptic membrane on binding with excitatory neurotransmitter?

  1. A.Calcium gates open
  2. B.Sodium gates open
  3. C.Sodium gates close
  4. D.Sodium potassium pump ceases to work

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27Biologyhyperpolarization mechanism

During the conduction of nerve impulse, hyperpolarization would not occur if:

  1. A.Sodium gates didn't close in time
  2. B.Potassium gates were not so lousy
  3. C.Sodium potassium pump stopped working
  4. D.Calcium gates open instantly

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28Biologyelectrical synapse properties

Which of the following is a characteristic of electrical synapse?

  1. A.Presence of neurotransmitters
  2. B.Transmission of nerve impulse
  3. C.Sodium potassium gradient
  4. D.Absence of neurotransmitter

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29Biologyrefractory period

Which option given below characterizes refractory period?

  1. A.Reversal of charges across neural membrane
  2. B.Change in the type of ions across the membrane
  3. C.Next impulse can be conducted
  4. D.Membrane potential +50mV

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30Biologycerebellum motor coordination

During complex activity of flight, birds require coordination of many skeletal muscles. Which part of their brain has to be well developed?

  1. A.Amygdala
  2. B.Cerebrum
  3. C.Cerebellum
  4. D.Thalamus

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31Biologycerebrum higher cognitive functions

Which part of the brain is actively used by mathematician trying to formulate a new equation?

  1. A.Hippocampus
  2. B.Cerebrum
  3. C.Amygdala
  4. D.Pons

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32Biologyadh release osmoregulation

A desert mammal faces severe dehydration in a hot sunny day. Which internal condition would lead to secretion of ADH?

  1. A.High osmotic pressure of blood
  2. B.High blood pressure
  3. C.Low osmotic pressure of blood
  4. D.Low solute potential of blood

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33Biologyadult hypothyroidism myxedema

Which would be diagnosed by a doctor on seeing a patient with thick skin and low metabolic rate?

  1. A.Cretinism
  2. B.Cushing disease
  3. C.Myxedema
  4. D.Addison's disease

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34Biologyhypoparathyroidism tetany

Choose the one related to hypoparathyroidism:

  1. A.Kidney stones
  2. B.Hypercalcemia
  3. C.Weakness of muscles
  4. D.Tetany

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35Biologyovarian hormone sources

Choose the mismatched pair:

  1. A.Graffian follicle - progesterone
  2. B.ICSH - interstitial cell
  3. C.Estrogen - inhibits FSH
  4. D.LH - ovulation

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36Biologynegative feedback examples

Which of the following is an example of negative feedback mechanism?

  1. A.Aggregation of platelets during wound healing
  2. B.Labour contraction
  3. C.Milk secretion during suckling
  4. D.Control of body temperature

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37Biologyco2 transport bicarbonate mechanism

Most CO2 in blood is transported as bicarbonate ions. Choose the event NOT taking place during gaseous exchange at tissue level:

  1. A.Formation of HHb
  2. B.Formation of sodium bicarbonate
  3. C.Formation of oxyhemoglobin
  4. D.Chloride shift

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38Biologyinterneuron function

All are related to 'X' except: (X is interneuron shown in diagram)

  1. A.It passes information to brain
  2. B.It passes information to sensory neurons
  3. C.It synapses with axon of sensory neurons
  4. D.It is present in gray matter

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39Biologymembrane protein functions

Which one is the function of plasma membrane proteins?

  1. A.Restrict entry of polar molecules
  2. B.Prevention of freezing during cold weather
  3. C.Movement of ions in and out of the cell
  4. D.Maintenance of membrane flexibility

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40Biologyintermediate filaments properties

Choose the option showing the correct set of characteristics for Intermediate filaments:

  1. A.Diameter 8-10nm, Vimentin, Mechanical support
  2. B.Diameter 0.2-25um, Vimentin, Cilia flagella
  3. C.Diameter 8-10nm, Tubulin, Muscle contraction
  4. D.Diameter 7nm, Tubulin, Cyclosis

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41Biologynucleoproteins genetic information

Nucleo proteins are involved in:

  1. A.Cell to cell recognition
  2. B.Passing hereditary information to next generation
  3. C.Ensuring fast speed of nerve impulse
  4. D.Acting as a cell surface marker

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42Biologyovulation timing 28 day cycle

If reproductive cycle of a female starts on 10th of July, ovulation is most likely to occur on:

  1. A.1st August
  2. B.28th of July
  3. C.24th of July
  4. D.5th August

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43Biologymeiosis and gametogenesis

Which of the following would be produced as a result of reduction division during gametogenesis?

  1. A.Oogonium
  2. B.Primary oocyte
  3. C.Primary spermatocyte
  4. D.Secondary oocyte

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44Biologydihybrid cross probability

What will be the probability of purple and terminal flower in Pea plant in F2 generation, if we cross true breeding purple axial with white terminal?

  1. A.1/16
  2. B.3/16
  3. C.9/16
  4. D.1/2

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45Biologyx linked recessive hemophilia

A carrier female for hemophilia is married to an affected male. What would be the probable percentage for their sons to be affected?

  1. A.100%
  2. B.50%
  3. C.25%
  4. D.0%

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46Biologyabo blood group genetics

Which of the following is not related to ABO blood group system?

  1. A.It is an example of multiple alleles
  2. B.I^A and I^B are codominant
  3. C.I doesn't code for any antigen
  4. D.I^O obeys Mendel's laws of inheritance

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47Biologyandrogenic alopecia

Which is correct for pattern baldness?

  1. A.It is sex linked trait
  2. B.Occurs due to hormonal differences between sexes
  3. C.Heterozygous male is normal
  4. D.Heterozygous female is affected

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48Biologyhamstring anatomy

Which of the following is correct about hamstring muscles?

  1. A.It is an extensor muscle
  2. B.Its insertion is on tibia
  3. C.Originate from pelvic girdle and top of femur
  4. D.Originate from ilium and femur

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49Biologysarcomere structure in relaxation

Choose the correct for muscle in relaxed position:

  1. A.Exposed binding sites on actin
  2. B.Broad H-zone in sarcomere
  3. C.Formation of cross bridges
  4. D.Ca2+ released in cytosol

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50Biologyinheritance of acquired traits

Children of a mason do not inherit strong muscles developed by father due to hard labour. This is an example of:

  1. A.Survival of the fittest
  2. B.Over production of offspring
  3. C.Not inheriting acquired characters
  4. D.Use and disuse of organs

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51Chemistrystoichiometry limiting reactant

Ca + S → CaS. If 2.0g of Calcium and 4.0g of Sulphur are available, amount of product formed:

  1. A.4.6g
  2. B.1.6g
  3. C.2.6g
  4. D.3.6g

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52Chemistrymole calculations

Select the greatest number of particles in the following:

  1. A.2g of Sodium (atomic mass = 23)
  2. B.2g of Hydrogen gas (atomic mass of H = 1)
  3. C.2g of Nitrogen gas (atomic mass of N = 14)
  4. D.2g of Carbon dioxide gas (C=12, O=16)

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53Chemistryazimuthal quantum number p orbital

The value of 'l' for 4p orbital is:

  1. A.0
  2. B.1
  3. C.2
  4. D.3

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54Chemistryelectronic configuration counting

The element having the electronic configuration (Kr) 5s24d8 is:

  1. A.Sr
  2. B.Ru
  3. C.Pd
  4. D.Zr

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55Chemistryvalid quantum numbers

Choose the correct quantum numbers:

  1. A.n=3, l=2, m=0, s=+1/2
  2. B.n=-3, l=3, m=0, s=-1/2
  3. C.n=4, l=3, m=4, s=+1/2
  4. D.n=4, l=2, m=4, s=-1/2

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56Chemistrycharles law temperature volume

A gas has volume 10dm3 at 10°C. At what temperature is volume reduced to half?

  1. A.283K
  2. B.566K
  3. C.142K
  4. D.373K

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57Chemistryroot mean square speed

The relationship between absolute temperature and velocities of gas molecules is given by:

  1. A.Crms = sqrt(3RT/M)
  2. B.PV = nRT
  3. C.V = sqrt(2Ek/m)
  4. D.PV = 1/3mNc2

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58Chemistrymolecular polarizability size effect

The maximum polarizability is exhibited in:

  1. A.C6H14
  2. B.C3H6
  3. C.C5H12
  4. D.C2H6

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59Chemistrymelting behavior of silicates

Which of the following compound have any characteristic heat of fusion except?

  1. A.NaCl
  2. B.Aluminium oxide
  3. C.Iron oxide
  4. D.Silicates

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60Chemistryboiling point pressure dependence

If external pressure is reduced to half, boiling point of ethanol will be:

  1. A.Greater than 78°C
  2. B.Less than 78°C
  3. C.Equal to 78°C
  4. D.Reduced to half

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61Chemistrymolecular solid iodine structure

Iodine is a poor conductor of electricity because of:

  1. A.Face centered cubic structure
  2. B.Body centered cubic structure
  3. C.Tetragonal structure
  4. D.Hexagonal structure

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62Chemistrycscl structure radius ratio

Predict the shape of CsCl having radius ratio of 0.93:

  1. A.Tetrahedral
  2. B.Octahedral
  3. C.Body centered cubic
  4. D.Hexagonal

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63Chemistryksp and solubility

The solubility of PbS at 25°C is 4.0 × 10−28. Then ionic concentration will be:

  1. A.4x10−14
  2. B.2x10−14
  3. C.1x10−14
  4. D.3.0x10−10

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64Chemistryhaber process conditions

What conditions should be applied to minimize the leftover reactants in Ammonia synthesis?

  1. A.200atm, 500°C
  2. B.400atm, 200°C
  3. C.100atm, 400°C
  4. D.200atm, 400°C

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65Chemistrybuffer ph henderson hasselbalch

Select the buffer solution having highest pH:

  1. A.0.1M CH3COOH, 0.01M CH3COO-
  2. B.0.1M CH3COOH, 0.05M CH3COO-
  3. C.0.1M CH3COOH, 0.10M CH3COO-
  4. D.0.1M CH3COOH, 0.15M CH3COO-

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66Chemistrysurface area effect on rate

Formation of hydrogen gas can be increased by reacting which Zn sample with 1M HCl?

  1. A.1g Zn Rod
  2. B.1g Zn Pellets
  3. C.1g Zn Ribbon
  4. D.1g Zn Powder

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67Chemistryphotochemical zero order reactions

6CO2 + 6H2O → sunlight → C6H12O6 + 6O2. Predict the order of reaction:

  1. A.2nd
  2. B.1st
  3. C.Zero
  4. D.3rd

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68Chemistrymechanism consistent with rate law

Which mechanism is consistent with rate law Rate = K[NO]2[H2]?

  1. A.2NO + H2 → N2 + H2O2 (slow), H2O2 + H2 → 2H2O (fast)
  2. B.NO + H2O → N2 + H2O2 (slow), H2O2 + H2 → 2H2O (fast)
  3. C.2NO + 2H2 → N2O + H2 (slow), H2O + H2 → H2O2 (fast)
  4. D.NO + NO → N2 + O2 (slow), O2 + H2 → H2O (fast)

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69Chemistryhess law sublimation

DeltaH° for sublimation of one mole of iodine: H2(g) + I2(g) → 2HI(g) DH = 51.8kJ/mol H2(g) + I2(s) → 2HI(g) DH = -10.5kJ/mol

  1. A.41.3 kJ/mol
  2. B.62.3 kJ/mol
  3. C.53.5 kJ/mol
  4. D.36.5 kJ/mol

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70Chemistrystandard enthalpy of formation definition

Identify standard enthalpy of formation for the following reaction:

  1. A.H2(g) + 1/2 O2(g) → H2O(l)
  2. B.CO(g) + 1/2 O2(g) → CO2(g)
  3. C.2Al(s) + Fe2O3(s) → Al2O3(s) + 2Fe(s)
  4. D.S(s) + 3/2 O2(g) → SO3(g)

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71Chemistrysign conventions heat and work

Expansion takes place when gas evolves during reaction between carbohydrates and dilute HCl. Predict energy change and work done:

  1. A.w is positive, q is negative
  2. B.w is negative, q is positive
  3. C.q is positive, no work done
  4. D.w is positive, q is positive

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72Chemistryreduction potential and electrode behaviour

Zn rod acts as cathode when coupled with magnesium electrode because reduction potential of:

  1. A.Zn > Mg
  2. B.Zn < Mg
  3. C.Zn = Mg
  4. D.Zn = 0

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73Chemistrymetal displacement reactions

Placing a rod of iron metal in a solution of CuSO4:

  1. A.Cu will be deposited
  2. B.Fe is precipitated out
  3. C.Cu and Fe both dissolve
  4. D.No reaction taken place

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74Chemistrycovalent radius calculation

In CH3Cl, bond length of C-Cl is 176.7pm and covalent radius of Cl is 99.4pm. Covalent radius of carbon is:

  1. A.66.3 pm
  2. B.276.1 pm
  3. C.175.4 pm
  4. D.77.3 pm

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75Chemistryhalogen electron affinity trend

Correct order of decreasing electron affinities of group VII is:

  1. A.F > Cl > Br > I
  2. B.Cl > F > Br > I
  3. C.F < Cl < Br < I
  4. D.Cl < F < Br < I

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76Chemistrysingle bond dissociation energies

Predict the highest bond energy of the following single bond:

  1. A.C-H
  2. B.C-N
  3. C.C-O
  4. D.C-C

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77Chemistryacid carbonate reaction

Compound X + Na2CO3 → Compound Y + CO2 + H2O. The compound X is:

  1. A.CH2=CH-CH2-CH3
  2. B.CH3CH2CHO
  3. C.CH3C(O)OCH3
  4. D.CH3CH2COOH

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78Chemistryiodoform reaction and products

Compound A + I2 + Na2CO3 → Compound B + RCOONa + NaI + H2O. Identify compound B:

  1. A.Acetone
  2. B.Acetic acid
  3. C.Acetamide
  4. D.Acetic anhydride

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79Chemistrymelting points and chain length

Select the carboxylic acid with highest melting point:

  1. A.Ethanoic acid
  2. B.Propanoic acid
  3. C.Butanoic acid
  4. D.Pentanoic acid

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80Chemistrybond order effect on bond length

Identify the following compound having shortest bond length:

  1. A.Methyl amine
  2. B.Formamide
  3. C.Formic acid
  4. D.Ethanol

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81Chemistryozonolysis products of alkenes

Identify the alkene which gives only one type of aldehyde upon ozonolysis:

  1. A.1-pentene
  2. B.2-methyl propene
  3. C.2-butene
  4. D.2,3-dimethyl-2-butene

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82Chemistryphenol formaldehyde resin formation

Bakelite is formed upon polymerization of:

  1. A.Phenol + HCHO dilute base
  2. B.Phenol + NaOH H2O
  3. C.Phenol + H2SO4 H2O
  4. D.Phenol + CH3-C(=O)-Cl H2SO4

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83Chemistrysteric effects on nucleophilic substitution

The increasing order of reactivity of alcohols towards nucleophile is:

  1. A.2-methyl-2-pentanol < 3-methyl-2-pentanol < 2-methyl-1-pentanol
  2. B.2-methyl-1-pentanol > 3-methyl-2-pentanol > 2-methyl-2-pentanol
  3. C.2-methyl-2-pentanol > 3-methyl-2-pentanol > 2-methyl-1-pentanol
  4. D.2-methyl-2-pentanol < 2-methyl-1-pentanol < 3-methyl-2-pentanol

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84Chemistrylucas test reactivity

The most reactive alcohol towards Lucas reagent is:

  1. A.2-butanol
  2. B.2-methyl-1-butanol
  3. C.2-methyl-2-butanol
  4. D.2,2-dimethyl-1-butanol

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85Chemistryelectrophilic aromatic substitution activation

The most readily sulphonated compound is:

  1. A.Benzene
  2. B.Chlorobenzene
  3. C.Nitrobenzene
  4. D.Toluene

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86Chemistrycis trans isomerism in alkenes

Select the alkene showing geometrical isomerism:

  1. A.3-methyl-1-butene
  2. B.Methyl cyclopentane
  3. C.2,3-dimethyl-2-butene
  4. D.3-methyl-2-pentene

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87Chemistrythermal stability of carbonates

When a metal carbonate is heated at 100°C, which will readily decompose?

  1. A.BaCO3
  2. B.MgCO3
  3. C.BeCO3
  4. D.SrCO3

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88Physicsangle dependence of work

At what angle of applied force, work done will be 50%?

  1. A.30°
  2. B.60°
  3. C.90°
  4. D.45°

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89Physicspower calculation

What is the power of electric motor when it performs work of 64 × 106 J in 8 seconds?

  1. A.6 Kilowatts
  2. B.7 Kilowatts
  3. C.8 Megawatts
  4. D.7 Megawatts

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90Physicsmomentum and kinetic energy relation

The relation between K.E and momentum P is given by:

  1. A.K.E = 1/2 P/M
  2. B.K.E = 1/2 P/M2
  3. C.K.E = 1/2 P2/M2
  4. D.K.E = 1/2 P2/M

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91Physicsenergy transformations in projectile motion

When dolphin leaves the water it has lots of kinetic energy. At its highest point its energy is:

  1. A.Kinetic energy
  2. B.Potential energy
  3. C.Elastic potential energy
  4. D.Neither kinetic nor potential energy

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92Physicssign of gravitational potential energy

The absolute potential energy is given as Ug = -GmMe/R. The negative sign indicates Earth's gravitational field for mass 'm' is:

  1. A.Repulsive
  2. B.Less attractive
  3. C.Attractive
  4. D.More repulsive less attractive

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93Physicsvelocity in uniform circular motion

The velocity of an object moving in a circle is:

  1. A.Constant
  2. B.Variable
  3. C.Zero
  4. D.Negative

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94Physicsseatbelt impulse opposite force

If you stop your car quickly by wearing seat belts, chance of injury is greatly reduced because seat belt applied:

  1. A.Extra force
  2. B.Perpendicular force
  3. C.Opposite force
  4. D.Zero force

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95Physicselastic collision momentum change

A ball with momentum 8 kg m/s hits a wall and bounces back without losing K.E. Change in momentum is:

  1. A.4 Ns
  2. B.-16 Ns
  3. C.16 Ns
  4. D.8 Ns

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96Physicsprojectile angle h half range

In projectile motion for which angle maximum height is half of its range?

  1. A.73°
  2. B.65°
  3. C.63°
  4. D.68°

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97Physicsangular displacement circular motion

Sara goes around a circular track of diameter 20m for distance 180m. Angular displacement is:

  1. A.16 radians
  2. B.18 radians
  3. C.50 radians
  4. D.8 radians

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98Physicsminute hand angular speed

Angle swept by minute hand in one minute is:

  1. A.
  2. B.36°
  3. C.
  4. D.20°

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99Physicsright hand rule angular direction

To find the direction of angular displacement, use:

  1. A.Grasp axis of rotation in right hand
  2. B.Grasp axis of rotation in left hand
  3. C.Put thumb of right hand in direction of circular motion
  4. D.Put thumb of left hand in direction of circular motion

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100Physicsangular velocity from speed

A particle moves in a circle of radius 10m with speed 20 m/s. Find angular velocity:

  1. A.2 rad/s
  2. B.200 rad/s
  3. C.20 rad/s
  4. D.10 rad/s

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101Physicssign convention angular displacement

For anti-clockwise rotation the angular displacement is:

  1. A.Negative
  2. B.Positive
  3. C.Null
  4. D.Zero

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102Physicsspeed sound material dependence

Speed of sound in solid is greater than in air because ratio:

  1. A.(√E/ρ) solid < (√E/ρ) air
  2. B.(√E/ρ) solid > (√E/ρ) air
  3. C.(√E/ρ) solid = (√E/ρ) air
  4. D.(√E/ρ) solid ≤ (√E/ρ) air

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103Physicsspring acceleration max displacement

Body mass 10kg, spring k=20 N/m, max displacement 20cm. Acceleration is:

  1. A.2.2 ms−2
  2. B.4 ms−2
  3. C.2 ms−2
  4. D.0.4 ms−2

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104Physicssound wavelength frequency

Normal person hears 20Hz to 20KHz. Maximum wavelength is:

  1. A.17m
  2. B.17mm
  3. C.17cm
  4. D.17km

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105Physicsdielectric constant solubility

NaCl dissolves quickly in water due to:

  1. A.Low εr
  2. B.High εr
  3. C.εr = 0
  4. D.εr = ∞

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106Physicscharging time constant asymptote

A capacitor can be fully charged because time required is:

  1. A.1 time constant
  2. B.2 time constant
  3. C.4 time constant
  4. D.Infinity

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107Physicselectric field point charge

Electric field at 10cm from 2μc point charge is:

  1. A.1.8 C
  2. B.180 C
  3. C.18 C
  4. D.1800 C

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108Physicspotential and field between identical charges

At midpoint P between two +4μc charges. V and E at midpoint P:

  1. A.V=0, E≠0
  2. B.V=0, E=0
  3. C.V≠0, E≠0
  4. D.V≠0, E=0

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109Physicsisochoric heat internal energy

A process in which all heat energy is used for increasing internal energy is:

  1. A.Isobaric
  2. B.Isochoric
  3. C.Isothermal
  4. D.Adiabatic

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110Physicscapacitor current leads voltage

Phase shift between voltage and current when AC flows through capacitor is:

  1. A.V leads I by 90°
  2. B.I leads V by 90°
  3. C.V and I in phase
  4. D.V leads I by 45°

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111Physicswork potential charge

A particle with charge 1C moves through potential difference 5V. Energy required:

  1. A.5×10−10 J
  2. B.8×10−18 J
  3. C.8J
  4. D.5J

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112Physicsparallel resistors equivalent

Equivalent resistance between A and B (three 1Ω resistors in parallel):

  1. A.3/2 Ω
  2. B.1/3 Ω
  3. C.3 Ω
  4. D.2/3 Ω

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113Physicstemperature coefficient semiconductor

The substance having negative temperature coefficient of resistance is:

  1. A.Insulators
  2. B.Conductor
  3. C.Semi-conductor
  4. D.Alloys

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114Physicsenergy dependence electric field

If electric field intensity between capacitor plates doubles, energy stored becomes:

  1. A.Double
  2. B.One half
  3. C.One Fourth
  4. D.Quadruple

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115Physicsrange maximization projectile

Horizontal range of projectile will be maximum when:

  1. A.Sinθ = 1/2
  2. B.Sin2θ = 1
  3. C.Sinθ = 0
  4. D.Sin2θ = 0

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116Physicsradian to degree conversion

How many degrees in 2π/5 radians?

  1. A.80°
  2. B.50°
  3. C.72°
  4. D.20°

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117Physicstransformer power current

A transformer uses 220V line and delivers 22A at 1800V. Current drawn from line (100% efficiency)?

  1. A.22A
  2. B.180A
  3. C.200A
  4. D.50A

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118Physicstransformer use in rectifiers

For rectification, transformer used is:

  1. A.With low input voltage
  2. B.With low input resistance
  3. C.Step up
  4. D.Step down

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119Physicsradiation dose units

One rem is equal to:

  1. A.0.01 Gy / RBE
  2. B.0.01 Gy × RBE
  3. C.0.01 RBE
  4. D.0.01 Gy

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120Physicsradiation absorbed dose

1 rad is equal to:

  1. A.0.01 J/Kg
  2. B.0.01 Kg/J
  3. C.0.01 J
  4. D.0.01 Kg

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121Physicsdose energy calculation

60 kg man absorbs lethal dose of 200 rem with RBE factor of 10. Energy absorbed is:

  1. A.9J
  2. B.8J
  3. C.10J
  4. D.12J

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122Physicssomatic vs genetic effects

Somatic effect causes:

  1. A.Gene deformation
  2. B.Chromosomes deformation
  3. C.Skin burns
  4. D.Eye burns

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123Physicsbackground radiation dose

Each person experiences background radiation dose in one year:

  1. A.1mSv
  2. B.1mGy
  3. C.1Gy
  4. D.1Sv

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124Physicsforce on current carrying wire

The wire of mass m carries current I in a uniform magnetic field B at right angles. Force on wire:

  1. A.50 N
  2. B.25 N
  3. C.10 N
  4. D.5 N

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125Englishmodal auxiliaries

The plane ought to be taking off in a minute. The underlined word 'ought to' is:

  1. A.Linking verb
  2. B.Modal auxiliary
  3. C.Helping verb
  4. D.Finite verb

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126Englishlinking verbs

After heavy rain, the sky grew dark. The underlined verb 'grew' is:

  1. A.Non-Finite
  2. B.Transitive
  3. C.Di-transitive
  4. D.Linking

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127Englishditransitive verbs

His courage earned him honour. The underlined verb 'earned' is:

  1. A.Intransitive
  2. B.Di-transitive
  3. C.Complex transitive
  4. D.Linking

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128Englishditransitive verbs

The teacher assigned the students an assignment to be completed during vacation. The underlined verb 'assigned' is:

  1. A.Mono-transitive
  2. B.Di-transitive
  3. C.Complex transitive
  4. D.Intransitive

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129Englishcomparative adjectives

Of two evils choose the less. The sentence contains an adjective that is:

  1. A.Comparative
  2. B.Positive
  3. C.Numeral
  4. D.Distributive

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130Englishemphasizers

This is the very thing we want. The underlined word 'very' is a/an:

  1. A.Emphatic pronoun
  2. B.Emphasizing adjective
  3. C.Reflexive pronoun
  4. D.Exclamatory adjective

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131Englishadjective of quantity

Don't be in such a hurry. The sentence contains an adjective of:

  1. A.Number
  2. B.Distributive
  3. C.Quantity
  4. D.Demonstrative

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132Englishpast perfect continuous

Fill in blank with Past Perfect Continuous: He _____ home from work regularly since he joined his office.

  1. A.Had walked
  2. B.Had been walking
  3. C.Walked
  4. D.Has been walking

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133Englishpresent indefinite

All desire wealth and some acquire it. The sentence exemplifies _____ tense.

  1. A.Present indefinite
  2. B.Past indefinite
  3. C.Present perfect
  4. D.Simple future

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134Englishsecond conditional

If I were a doctor, I would serve humanity. The sentence is an example of _____ conditional.

  1. A.Zero
  2. B.Type I
  3. C.Type II
  4. D.Type III

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135Englishthird conditional

Choose the sentence which is correctly structured:

  1. A.If we had found him earlier, we could have saved his life.
  2. B.If we had found him earlier, we have saved his life.
  3. C.If we had found him earlier, we had saved his life.
  4. D.If we had found him earlier, we could save his life.

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136Englishpast perfect continuous

Choose the sentence with correct Past Perfect Continuous usage:

  1. A.He had walked home since joining
  2. B.He had been walking home since he joined
  3. C.He walked home since joining
  4. D.He has been walking home since joining

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137Englishpresent indefinite

All desire wealth and some _____ it — which tense?

  1. A.Present Indefinite
  2. B.Present Continuous
  3. C.Present Perfect
  4. D.Past Indefinite

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