Fundamentals of Science & Technology Online Quiz


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Q 1 - Consider the following statements:

1. Global Positioning System (GPS) was developed by the US military for the measurement of accurate position, movement, and time.

2. The first GPS satellite was launched in 1978.

Choose the correct answer from the codes given below:

A - Only 1

B - Only 2

C - Both

D - Neither 1 nor 2

Answer : C

Explanation

The first GPS made available for civil use in 1995.

Q 2 - Consider the following statements:

1. The Space Commission and Department of Space were set up in 1972.

2. The Space program is executed through the Indian Space Research Organization and four other associated institutions.

Choose the correct answer from the codes given below:

A - Only 1

B - Only 2

C - Both

D - Neither 1 nor 2

Answer : C

Explanation

N/A

Q 3 - Consider the following statements:

1. Located in Bengaluru, ISRO Satellite Center is accountable for the design, development, testing, and management of satellite system.

2. Located in Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala, Vikram Sarabhai Space Center, is the principal center for launching the vehicle development.

Choose the correct answer from the codes given below:

A - Only 1

B - Only 2

C - Both

D - Neither 1 nor 2

Answer : C

Explanation

N/A

Q 4 - Consider the following statements:

1. Launched in 2002, KALPANA-1 is an exclusive meteorological satellite.

2. KALPANA-1 consists a VHRR and DRT payload that provide meteorological services.

Choose the correct answer from the codes given below:

A - Only 1

B - Only 2

C - Both

D - Neither 1 nor 2

Answer : C

Explanation

VHRR stands for Very High Resolution Radiometer and DRT stands for Data Relay Transponder.

Q 5 - Consider the following statements:

1. The GSLV is a three-stage launch vehicle.

2. The first stage of GSLV is a solid-propelled, the second stage is liquid-propelled, and third stage is a cryogenically propelled.

Choose the correct answer from the codes given below:

A - Only 1

B - Only 2

C - Both

D - Neither 1 nor 2

Answer : C

Explanation

N/A

Q 6 - Who among the following first used the term ‘Nanotechnology?’

A - Norio Taniguchi

B - Richard Feynman

C - Richard Feynman

D - Harry Kroto

Answer : A

Explanation

Norio Taniguchi was a researcher at the University of Tokyo, who used the term ‘nanotechnology’ in 1974 to refer the ability of engineering materials at nanometer level.

Q 7 - Consider the following statements:

1. Superconductivity is the ability of a material to conduct electricity without any losses.

2. Dutch scientist Heike Kamerlingh Onnes had first noticed the property of superconductivity.

Choose the correct answer from the codes given below:

A - Only 1

B - Only 2

C - Both

D - Neither 1 nor 2

Answer : C

Explanation

In 1913, Heike had been awarded Nobel Prize in Physics for this discovery.

Answer : C

Explanation

The correct year of Kyoto Protocol is 1997.

Q 9 - The Motor Vehicles Act was enacted in …

A - 1991

B - 1997

C - 2000

D - 1988

Answer : D

Explanation

N/A

Q 10 - Which among the following is used to measure the age of sand and soil (up to 80 years)?

A - Chlorine-36

B - Carbon-14

C - Lead-210

D - Americium-241

Answer : C

Explanation

Lead-210 is a naturally occurring radioisotope.

Q 11 - In reference to Defence Research and Development Organization (DRDO), the Aeronautical Development Establishment center is located in …

A - Bengaluru

B - Agra

C - Mumbai

D - Jodhpur

Answer : A

Explanation

It is an aeronautics development laboratory.

Q 12 - The Pokhran-II was tested in …

A - 1988

B - 1998

C - 2004

D - 1994

Answer : B

Explanation

It was tested on May 13, 1998.

Q 13 - In reference to nuclear programs in India, consider the following statements:

1. Pokhran-II was the series of five nuclear bomb test explosions.

2. Among the five test explosions, the first was the fusion bomb and the remaining four were the fission bombs.

Choose the correct answer from the codes given below:

A - Only 1

B - Only 2

C - Both

D - Neither 1 nor 2

Answer : C

Explanation

N/A

Q 14 - Consider the following statements:

1. The mission of Defence Research and Development Organization (DRDO) is to design, develop, and produce state-of-the-art sensors, weapons systems, platforms, and allied equipment for the Indian Defence Services.

2. The mission of DRDO is to provide technological solutions to the services to optimize combat effectiveness.

Choose the correct answer from the codes given below:

A - Only 1

B - Only 2

C - Both

D - Neither 1 nor 2

Answer : C

Explanation

N/A

Q 15 - Which among the following missiles is popular as “Fire-and-Forget?”

A - Agni

B - Nag

C - Prithvi

D - Trishul

Answer : B

Explanation

Nag is an anti-tank missile with a range of 3 to 7 km.

Q 16 - The range of K-15 Sagarika (a nuclear-capable submarine-launched ballistic missile) is …

A - 450 km

B - 750 km

C - 1050 km

D - 1250 km

Answer : B

Explanation

K-15 Sagarika is developed at the Defence Research and Development Organization’s (DRDO) missile complex located in Hyderabad.

Q 17 - The National Center for Cell Science is located in …

A - New Delhi

B - Pune

C - Hyderabad

D - Manesar

Answer : B

Explanation

It is a Biotechnology, Tissue Engineering, and Tissue Banking research center.

Q 18 - In reference to biotechnology, consider the following statements:

1. Biotechnology can improve the animal’s health.

2. Biotechnology can engender environmental and conservation benefits.

Choose the correct answer from the codes given below:

A - Only 1

B - Only 2

C - Both

D - Neither 1 nor 2

Answer : C

Explanation

Animal biotechnology includes all sorts of animals including fish, poultry, livestock, etc.

Q 19 - In reference to Defence Research and Development Organization (DRDO), the Research and Development Establishment (R&DE) is located in …

A - Ahmednagar

B - Pune

C - Chennai

D - Delhi

Answer : B

Explanation

It is a combat vehicles and engineering development laboratory.

Q 20 - Which among the following is used to trace the sand movement in river beds and ocean floors?

A - Cobalt-60

B - Strontium-90

C - Caesium-137

D - Gold-198

Answer : D

Explanation

Gold-198 is also used to study sewage and liquid waste movements.

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