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Q1. Consider the following statements about the Frontier supercomputer:
1. It is the first exascale supercomputer, capable of exceeding a quintillion calculations per second.
2. It has been specifically designed to process findings from the James Webb Space Telescope.
1. It is the first exascale supercomputer, capable of exceeding a quintillion calculations per second.
2. It has been specifically designed to process findings from the James Webb Space Telescope.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct ?
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25%
A. 1 only
15%
B. 2 only
57%
C. Both 1 and 2
3%
D. Neither 1 and 2
Q2. Consider the following protocols:
1. Frequency Division Multiple Access (FDMA)
2. Time Division Multiple Access (TDMA)
3. Code Division Multiple Access (CDMA)
1. Frequency Division Multiple Access (FDMA)
2. Time Division Multiple Access (TDMA)
3. Code Division Multiple Access (CDMA)
Which of the following most accurately describes the functionalities of these protocols?
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11%
A. Protocols used in satellite communication systems for data encryption.
30%
B. Protocols employed in cellular communication networks for signal amplification.
37%
C. Protocols for accessing multiple users to a shared communication medium in wireless comm systems
21%
D. Protocols utilised in quantum computer networking for routing data packets efficiently.
Q3. Which of the following most accurately reflects the focus of Presidio Recommendations recently endorsed by the World Economic Forum (WEF) ?
🎖Science and Tech🎖
Day 14 (56 days to prelims)
Expected time 2.5 hours.
Topics to be covered:
🔘 Biotechnology Applications:
Stem cell, Gene editing, CAR-T Cell, Pronucleus transfer Development GM mosquito, Golden rice, GM Crops, Glyphosate, GEAC, Genome projects, DNA technology bill, Biopesticides.
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Day 14 (56 days to prelims)
Expected time 2.5 hours.
Topics to be covered:
🔘 Biotechnology Applications:
Stem cell, Gene editing, CAR-T Cell, Pronucleus transfer Development GM mosquito, Golden rice, GM Crops, Glyphosate, GEAC, Genome projects, DNA technology bill, Biopesticides.
✅Source: Your any Science and tech notes.
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⭐️Bonus topic from our few minutes series:⭐️
https://youtu.be/b_qkLGAH0Ag?si=1MNco5tKNyFc3xCh
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Q1. Biotechnology offers solutions for various societal challenges.
Consider the following applications:
1. Development of bioremediation techniques to address environmental pollution.
2. Creation of genetically modified organisms (GMOs) for water purification purposes.
3. Research on biofuels as alternatives to polluting fossil fuels.
Consider the following applications:
1. Development of bioremediation techniques to address environmental pollution.
2. Creation of genetically modified organisms (GMOs) for water purification purposes.
3. Research on biofuels as alternatives to polluting fossil fuels.
How many of the above applications fall under the domain of grey biotechnology?
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9%
A. One only
28%
B. Two only
61%
C. All Three
3%
D. None
Q2. The Human Genome Project revolutionised our understanding of human genetics. Consider the following statements about observations drawn from this project:
1. Almost all (99.9%) of the nucleotide bases in the human genome are identical across individuals.
2. The number of human genes is surprisingly similar to the number of genes found in simpler organisms like mice and roundworms.
3. 98% of the human genome codes for proteins that carry out required functions in an organism.
4. Repetitive sequences within the genome can sometimes give rise to entirely new genes.
1. Almost all (99.9%) of the nucleotide bases in the human genome are identical across individuals.
2. The number of human genes is surprisingly similar to the number of genes found in simpler organisms like mice and roundworms.
3. 98% of the human genome codes for proteins that carry out required functions in an organism.
4. Repetitive sequences within the genome can sometimes give rise to entirely new genes.
How many of the above statements are correct observations from the Human Genome Project?
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5%
A. One only
35%
B. Two only
39%
C. Three only
22%
D. All of the above
Q3. Which of the following best describes Glucosinolates?
A. Glucosinolates are synthetic chemicals utilised in pest control by agricultural practices.
B. Glucosinolates are naturally occurring compounds found in animal tissues as a byproduct of metabolism.
C. Glucosinolates are natural chemicals produced by plants as a defence mechanism against pests and diseases.
D. Glucosinolates are genetically modified substances used to enhance crop resistance to environmental stressors.
A. Glucosinolates are synthetic chemicals utilised in pest control by agricultural practices.
B. Glucosinolates are naturally occurring compounds found in animal tissues as a byproduct of metabolism.
C. Glucosinolates are natural chemicals produced by plants as a defence mechanism against pests and diseases.
D. Glucosinolates are genetically modified substances used to enhance crop resistance to environmental stressors.
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🎖Science and Tech🎖
Day 15 (55 days to prelims)
Expected time 3 hours.
Topics to be covered:
🔘Alternative Energy Sources (Nuclear etc.)
🔘Ocean research & IPR
🔘Concepts and progress in India, Ocean exploration, IPR developments
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Day 15 (55 days to prelims)
Expected time 3 hours.
Topics to be covered:
🔘Alternative Energy Sources (Nuclear etc.)
🔘Ocean research & IPR
🔘Concepts and progress in India, Ocean exploration, IPR developments
✅Source: Your any Science and tech notes.
✅Sleepy Students:
🔴You can cover the topics in our crash course: Lecture 5 of prelims Science and Tech crash course.
🔴You can practise these topics in our Parishram Test number: 4 of Science and Tech.
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Q1. With reference to the Trade-Related Aspects of Intellectual Property Rights (TRIPS) Agreement, consider the following statements:
1. It is binding on all members of the World Trade Organization (WTO).
2. It only covers patents, copyright, trademarks, and geographical indications.
1. It is binding on all members of the World Trade Organization (WTO).
2. It only covers patents, copyright, trademarks, and geographical indications.
Which of the following statements is/are correct?
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32%
A. 1 only
19%
B. 2 only
37%
C. Both 1 and 2
12%
D. Neither 1 nor 2
Q2. Consider the following statements:
1. The "Artificial Sun" project in China is a tokamak reactor.
2. Tokamaks are machines designed to achieve controlled thermonuclear fusion.
3. Fusion reactions can generate more energy per kilogram of fuel compared to fission.
1. The "Artificial Sun" project in China is a tokamak reactor.
2. Tokamaks are machines designed to achieve controlled thermonuclear fusion.
3. Fusion reactions can generate more energy per kilogram of fuel compared to fission.