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The mammalian heart is myogenic and it is regulated by nerves. The heartbeat originates from

A) sinoatrial node B) QRS wave
C) T wave D) hepatic portal system
 
Answer & Explanation Answer: C) T wave

Explanation:

The mammalian heartis called myogenic (myo = muscle, genie = originating from). It means the heart beat or the activities of the heart are auto regulated which originates from a muscle called nodal tissue.In the human heart,heartbeat originates and contraction is initiated by a special modified heart muscle known as sinoatrial node. It is located in the right atrium; while the QRS waves are the depolarisation of the ventricles, which initiates the ventricular contraction.The T-wave represents the repolarisation,that is, the return of the ventricles from excited tonormal state.Hepatic portal system is the unique vascular connection that exists between the digestive tract and liver. This vein carries blood from intestine to the liver.

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Why is argon gas used along with tungsten wire in an electric bulb?

A) To increase the life of the bulb B) To reduce the consumption of electricity
C) To make the emitted light colored D) To reduce the cost of the bulb
 
Answer & Explanation Answer: A) To increase the life of the bulb

Explanation:

Argon gas is used in fluorescent and incandescent light bulbs to stop the oxygen in the light bulbs from corroding the hot tungsten filament.

The use of argon in light bulbs prevents the evaporation of the tungsten filaments, which results in increased light bulb life.

Argon is also used to create an inert atmosphere for growing semiconductor crystals, arc welding and for processes that need protection from other kinds of atmospheric gases.

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Name the President of India who was elected unopposed?

A) Dr. Neelam Sanjiva Reddy B) Dr. Zakir Husain
C) Dr. Shankar Dayal Sharma D) Dr. Fakhruddin Ali Ahmed
 
Answer & Explanation Answer: A) Dr. Neelam Sanjiva Reddy

Explanation:

The President of India who was elected unopposed was Dr. Neelam Sanjiva Reddy.

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As the object covers unequal distances in equal intervals of time, it is said to be in ____________ motion.

A) uniform B) linear
C) non-uniform D) equilibrium
 
Answer & Explanation Answer: C) non-uniform

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Lutheranism is an example of a Christian

A) denomination B) religion
C) branch D) None of the above
 
Answer & Explanation Answer: A) denomination

Explanation:

Lutheranism, the branch of Christianity that traces its interpretation of the Christian religion to the teachings of Martin Luther. 

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The sentences given with blanks are to be filled with an appropriate word(s). Four alternatives are suggested for each question. For each question, choose the correct alternative and click the button corresponding to it.

I am _______________this crime.

A) ignorant on B)  innocent of
C) indebted to D) ignoring
 
Answer & Explanation Answer: B)  innocent of

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National Security Day celebrating across the country every year on

A) 4th March B) 5th March
C) 6th March D) 7th March
 
Answer & Explanation Answer: A) 4th March

Explanation:

National security refers to security of a nation state, including its citizens, economy&institutions, is regarded as a duty of govt. It is celebrated every year on 4th March. The 1st National Security Day observed in the year 1972.

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What is Gol Gumbadh ?

A) Mausoleum of Hyder Ali B) Mausoleum of Aurangazeb
C) Mausoleum of Chand Bibi D) Mausoleum of Mohammed Adil Shah
 
Answer & Explanation Answer: D) Mausoleum of Mohammed Adil Shah

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