Why is Naphthalene Diimide (NDI) important for next-gen electronics? 1. Its molecular arrangement can be tuned by temperature. 2. Changes in its nanoscale structure can alter optical and electrical properties. 3. It enables adaptive electronic devices.
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6%
A. 1 and 2 only
27%
B. 2 and 3 only
19%
C. 1 and 3 only
48%
D. 1, 2 and 3
Which of the following statements regarding ethanol as a transport fuel are correct? 1. Ethanol has a higher octane rating than petrol. 2. Ethanol contains less energy per litre than petrol. 3. Ethanol can be produced only from sugar-rich crops.
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57%
A. 1 and 2 only
21%
B. 2 and 3 only
15%
C. 1 and 3 only
7%
D. 1, 2 and 3
Which are correct for India's Ethanol Blended Petrol Programme? 1. It aims to reduce dependence on imported crude oil. 2. It promotes the use of domestically produced biofuels. 3. It mandates the replacement of all petrol vehicles with flex-fuel vehicles.
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63%
A. 1 and 2 only
15%
B. 2 and 3 only
5%
C. 1 and 3 only
17%
D. 1, 2 and 3
Which are true for Flex-Fuel Vehicles (FFVs)? 1. FFVs can operate on fuel blends ranging from E20 to E100. 2. FFVs require modifications in fuel system components to handle high ethanol concentrations. 3. The use of FFVs eliminates the need for petrol.
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47%
A. 1 and 2 only
13%
B. 2 only
15%
C. 2 and 3 only
26%
D. 1, 2 and 3
Which are correct regarding Gamma-Ray Bursts (GRBs)? 1. They are among the most energetic events in the Universe. 2. They are associated with supernovae and neutron star mergers. 3. They originate from planets in the Solar System.
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2%
A. 1 only
65%
B. 1 and 2 only
22%
C. 2 and 3 only
12%
D.1, 2 and 3
Which of the following can be achieved through in-orbit servicing? 1. Refuelling satellites. 2. Relocating satellites to a different orbit. 3. Upgrading or replacing onboard components. 4. Correcting orbital debris by deorbiting inactive satellites.
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17%
A. 1, 2 and 3 only
33%
B. 1, 2 and 4 only
15%
C. 2, 3 and 4 only
35%
D. 1, 2, 3 and 4
Which of the statements given below are correct? 1. Every satellite in Low Earth Orbit eventually experiences orbital decay. 2. Orbital decay occurs mainly due to Earth's gravitational pull. 3. Increased solar activity can accelerate orbital decay.
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17%
A. 1 and 2 only
18%
B. 1 and 3 only
30%
C. 2 and 3 only
34%
D. 1, 2 and 3
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Which of the statements given below are correct? 1. Every satellite in Low Earth Orbit eventually experiences orbital decay. 2. Orbital decay occurs mainly due to Earth's gravitational pull. 3. Increased solar activity can accelerate orbital decay.
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With reference to the James Webb Space Telescope (JWST), which statements are correct? 1. JWST primarily observes the Universe in the infrared. 2. It can detect stars hidden behind dense dust clouds. 3.It is positioned in Low Earth Orbit.
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53%
A. 1 and 2 only
11%
B. 2 and 3 only
11%
C. 1 and 3 only
24%
D. 1, 2 and 3
Why are infrared observations preferred for studying dusty galaxies? 1. Infrared radiation penetrates dust more effectively than visible light. 2. Infrared wavelengths are scattered less by dust. 3. Infrared telescopes can observe only nearby galaxies.
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11%
A. 1 only
83%
B. 1 and 2 only
3%
C. 2 and 3 only
3%
D. 1, 2 and 3
Which statements regarding starburst galaxies are correct? 1. They form stars at a much higher rate than normal galaxies. 2. The Cigar Galaxy (M82) is a well-known starburst galaxy. 3. Starburst activity continues throughout a galaxy's lifetime.
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42%
A. 1 and 2 only
19%
B. 2 and 3 only
16%
C. 1 and 3 only
23%
D. 1, 2 and 3
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With reference to Vikram-1, consider the following statements: 1. It is India's first privately developed orbital rocket. 2. It is designed to place satellites in Low Earth Orbit. 3. It is developed by ISRO. Which of the statements above are correct?
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78%
A. 1 and 2 only
7%
B. 2 and 3 only
6%
C. 1 and 3 only
9%
D. 1, 2 and 3
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Consider the following statements: 1. A suborbital rocket reaches space but does not orbit Earth. 2. An orbital rocket must attain sufficient velocity to remain in orbit. 3. Every orbital mission is also a suborbital mission. Which statements are correct?
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34%
A. 1 and 2 only
16%
B. 2 and 3 only
12%
C. 1 and 3 only
38%
D. 1, 2 and 3