Which one of the following is used in preparing a natural mosquito repellent?
Which one of the following is used in preparing a natural mosquito repellent?(2021) a) Congress grass b) Elephant grass c) Lemon grass d) Nut grass Answer: C Self explanatory
With reference to recent developments regarding ‘Recombinant vector Vaccines’, consider the following statements:
With reference to recent developments regarding ‘Recombinant vector Vaccines’, consider the following statements: 1. Genetic engineering is applied in the development of these vaccines. 2. Bacteria and viruses are used as vectors. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?(2021) a) 1 only b) 2 only c) Both 1 and 2 d) Neither 1 nor […]
Bollgard I and Bollgard II technologies are mentioned in the context of
Bollgard I and Bollgard II technologies are mentioned in the context of(2021) a) Clonal propagation of crop plants b) Developing genetically modified crop plants c) Production of plant growth substances d) Production of biofertilizers Answer: B Bollgard I Bt cotton (single-gene technology) is India’s first biotech crop technology approved for commercialization in India in 2002, […]
In a pressure cooker, the temperature at which the food is cooked depends mainly upon which of the following?
In a pressure cooker, the temperature at which the food is cooked depends mainly upon which of the following? 1. Area of the hole in the lid 2. Temperature of the flame 3. Weight of the lid Select the correct answer using the code given below.(2021) a) 1 and 2 only b) 2 and 3 […]
Which of the above can be cultured in an artificial/ synthetic medium?
Consider the following: 1. Bacteria 2. Fungi 3. Virus Which of the above can be cultured in an artificial/ synthetic medium?(2021) a) 1 and 2 only b) 2 and 3 only c) 1 and 3 only d) 1,2 and 3 Answer: AUnlike bacteria, many of which can be grown on an artificial nutrient medium, viruses […]
Which of the following statements are correct regarding the general difference between plant and animal cells ?
Which of the following statements are correct regarding the general difference between plant and animal cells ? 1.Plant cells have cellulose cell walls whilst animal cells do not. 2.Plant cells do not have plasma membrane unlike animal cells which do. 3.Mature plant cell has one large vacuole whilst animal cell has many small vacuoles. Select […]
What is the importance of using Pneumococcal Conjugate Vaccines in India ?
What is the importance of using Pneumococcal Conjugate Vaccines in India ? 1.These vaccines are effective against pneumonia as well as meningitis and sepsis. 2.Dependence on antibiotics that are not effective against drug-resistant bacteria can be reduced. 3.These vaccines have no side effects and cause no allergic reactions. Select the correct answer using the code […]
In India the term Public Key Infrastructure is used in the context of(2020)
In India, the term “Public Key Infrastructure” is used in the context of(2020) a) Digital security infrastructure b) Food security infrastructure c) Health care and education infrastructure d) Telecommunication and transportation infrastructure Answer: A Public Key Infrastructure (PKI) is a technology for authenticating users and devices in the digital world. Under this system, one or […]
In the context of recent advances in human reproductive technology, :Pronuclear Transfer: is used for(2020)
In the context of recent advances in human reproductive technology, :Pronuclear Transfer: is used for(2020) a) Fertilization of egg in vitro by the donor sperm b) Genetic modification of sperm producing cells c) Development of stem cells into functional embryos d) Prevention of mitochondrial diseases in offspring Answer: D In pronuclear transfer, the mother’s egg […]
With reference to the carbon nanotubes, consider the following statements:
With reference to the carbon nanotubes, consider the following statements: Which of the statements given above are correct?(2020) a) 1 and 2 only b) 2, 3 and 4 only c) 1, 3 and 4 only d) 1, 2, 3, and 4 C The nanotube’s structure allows it to be used as a container for transporting […]