Current Affairs Quiz 04 April 2024
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Current Affairs Quiz 04 April 2024 for UPSC Prelims
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1. Question
The Havana syndrome, recently seen in news is related to
CorrectAns;- b) Neurological illness
IncorrectAns;- b) Neurological illness
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2. Question
Consider the following statements regarding extra tropical cyclones:
1. They are formed along the polar front.
2. They can originate over both land and sea.
3. They move from west to east.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?CorrectAnswer: D
All the statements are trueIncorrectAnswer: D
All the statements are true - Question 3 of 5
3. Question
With reference to the OptiDrop Platform, consider the following statements:
1. The OptiDrop Platform is a macroscopic chip-based system designed for studying tissues.
2. It utilizes a conventional method for examining groups of cells simultaneously.
3. The platform offers real-time data visualization capabilities and reduces data storage needs.
4. The OptiDrop Platform is exclusively supported by the Ministry of Human Resource Development (MHRD).
5. It has applications in diagnostics, therapeutics, agriculture, animal health, and genomics.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?CorrectAnswer: (a) 3 and 5 only
Explanation:
Statement 1 is incorrect as the OptiDrop Platform is a microfluidic chip-based system designed for studying individual cells, not tissues.
Statement 2 is incorrect as it employs an innovative method for examining single cells encapsulated within droplets, not groups of cells simultaneously.
Statement 3 is correct as the platform offers real-time data visualization capabilities and reduces data storage requirements.
Statement 4 is incorrect as the development of the OptiDrop Platform received support from multiple entities including BIRAC, DST, and MHRD.
Statement 5 is correct as the OptiDrop Platform has applications in diagnostics, therapeutics, agriculture, animal health, and genomics.IncorrectAnswer: (a) 3 and 5 only
Explanation:
Statement 1 is incorrect as the OptiDrop Platform is a microfluidic chip-based system designed for studying individual cells, not tissues.
Statement 2 is incorrect as it employs an innovative method for examining single cells encapsulated within droplets, not groups of cells simultaneously.
Statement 3 is correct as the platform offers real-time data visualization capabilities and reduces data storage requirements.
Statement 4 is incorrect as the development of the OptiDrop Platform received support from multiple entities including BIRAC, DST, and MHRD.
Statement 5 is correct as the OptiDrop Platform has applications in diagnostics, therapeutics, agriculture, animal health, and genomics. - Question 4 of 5
4. Question
Consider the following statements regarding Earth Observation Satellite (EOS-06)
1. It was launched by PSLV C54 launch vehicle.
2. It is designed to monitor ocean colour information, sea surface temperature information, and wind vector information for use in oceanographic, climatic, and meteorological applications.
Which of the statements given above are correct?CorrectAnswer: C
EOS-6:
• The Oceansat series’ third-generation satellite, the Earth Observation Satellite-06 (EOS-06), is designed to monitor ocean colour information, sea surface temperature information, and wind vector information for use in oceanographic, climatic, and meteorological applications.
• Chlorophyll, Sea Surface Temperature (SST), wind speed, and land-based geophysical characteristics are used by the satellite to identify possible fishing zones.IncorrectAnswer: C
EOS-6:
• The Oceansat series’ third-generation satellite, the Earth Observation Satellite-06 (EOS-06), is designed to monitor ocean colour information, sea surface temperature information, and wind vector information for use in oceanographic, climatic, and meteorological applications.
• Chlorophyll, Sea Surface Temperature (SST), wind speed, and land-based geophysical characteristics are used by the satellite to identify possible fishing zones. - Question 5 of 5
5. Question
With reference to Swell Waves, consider the following statements:
1. Swell waves are primarily formed due to local wind patterns.
2. Energy transfer from distant storms to the ocean contributes to the creation of swell waves.
3. Swell waves exhibit a broader range of frequencies and directions compared to wind waves.
4. The typical wavelength of swell waves rarely exceeds 150 metres.
5. Swell waves always require local wind activity as precursors.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?CorrectAnswer: (c) 2 and 4 only
Explanation:
Statement 1 is incorrect as swell waves are not formed due to local wind patterns but are instead formed due to distant weather phenomena like hurricanes or strong gale winds.
Statement 2 is correct as significant energy transfer from distant storms to the ocean leads to the formation of swell waves.
Statement 3 is incorrect as swell waves exhibit a narrower range of frequencies and directions compared to wind waves.
Statement 4 is correct as the typical wavelength of swell waves is under 150 metres but can vary between different events.
Statement 5 is incorrect as swell waves can occur without any precursors or local wind activity.IncorrectAnswer: (c) 2 and 4 only
Explanation:
Statement 1 is incorrect as swell waves are not formed due to local wind patterns but are instead formed due to distant weather phenomena like hurricanes or strong gale winds.
Statement 2 is correct as significant energy transfer from distant storms to the ocean leads to the formation of swell waves.
Statement 3 is incorrect as swell waves exhibit a narrower range of frequencies and directions compared to wind waves.
Statement 4 is correct as the typical wavelength of swell waves is under 150 metres but can vary between different events.
Statement 5 is incorrect as swell waves can occur without any precursors or local wind activity.
