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Which among the following blood protein regulates the amount of water in plasma?

A) Albumin B) Fibulin
C) Globulin D) Fibrin
 
Answer & Explanation Answer: A) Albumin

Explanation:

The blood protein Albumin regulates the amount of water in plasma.

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What is the function of reverse transcriptase?

A) synthesis of RNA from protein B) synthesis of DNA from an RNA template
C) synthesis of protein from DNA D) synthesis of DNA from protein
 
Answer & Explanation Answer: B) synthesis of DNA from an RNA template

Explanation:

A reverse transcriptase (RT) is an enzyme used to generate complementary DNA (cDNA) from an RNA template by a process called Reverse Transcription.

In brief its function is that copies all or part of the virus RNA (retroviruses are RNA-only) as DNA which can then be integrated into the DNA of the host organism.

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In the question below, there is a word given in bold which is followed by five options. In each of the options, a pair of words is given which is either the pair of synonyms or antonyms or synonym & antonym of the word given in bold. Choose that pair as your answer.

Histrionic

A) Melodramatic, Theatrical B) Conscientious, Diligent
C) Tenacious, Retentive D) Thrive, Tussle
 
Answer & Explanation Answer: A) Melodramatic, Theatrical

Explanation:

The meanings of the given words are as follows:
Histrionic: excessively theatrical or dramatic in character or style
Melodramatic: characteristic of melodrama, especially in being exaggerated or overemotional
Theatrical: exaggerated and excessively dramatic
Conscientious: wishing to do one's work or duty well and thoroughly
Diligent: having or showing care and conscientiousness in one's work or duties
Tenacious: tending to keep a firm hold of something; clinging or adhering closely
Retentive: (of a person's memory) effective in retaining facts and impressions
Thrive: (of a child, animal, or plant) grow or develop well or vigorously
Tussle: a vigorous struggle or scuffle, typically in order to obtain or achieve something
Pertinent: relevant or applicable to a
particular matter; apposite Appropriate: suitable or proper in the circumstances
Therefore, it can be observed that option  i.e. ‘melodramatic, theatrical’ forms a synonym- synonym pair of ‘histrionic’.

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Q:

The difference between Greenwich Mean Time & Indian Standard Time is

A) 6 1/2 Hours B) 6 Hours
C) 5 1/2 Hours D) 5 Hours
 
Answer & Explanation Answer: C) 5 1/2 Hours

Explanation:

The difference between Greenwich Mean Time & Indian Standard Time is 5 1/2 hours.

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What was established by the Americans, the British and the Canadians at Bretton woods in 1944?

Answer

The International Monetary Fund and the international Bank for Reconstruction and development.

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Which vehicle was used for ISRO's successfully launch of 104 satellites?

A) PSLV - C37 B) PSLV - C36
C) PSLV - C39 D) PSLV - C38
 
Answer & Explanation Answer: A) PSLV - C37

Explanation:

PSLV - C37 vehicle was used for ISRO's successfully launch of 104 satellites.

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In a spreadsheet program, how is data organized?

A) Only rows B) Only columns
C) Both rows and columns D) None of the above
 
Answer & Explanation Answer: C) Both rows and columns

Explanation:

A spreadsheet is an interactive computer application for organization, analysis and storage of data in tabular form. This software allows users to store data in rows and columns.

 

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Q:

DSL is an example of what type of internet access?

A) Wireless B) Network
C) Broadband D) Slow
 
Answer & Explanation Answer: C) Broadband

Explanation:

Digital Subscriber Line (DSL) is a broadband connection. It is an internet access with several high-speed transmission technology.

 

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