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Which type of forests occupies the highest percentage of area in India  ?

A) Savanna & desert vegetation B) Tropical deciduous
C) Tropical Rainforests D) Equatorial evergreen
 
Answer & Explanation Answer: B) Tropical deciduous

Explanation:

Tropical Deciduous Forests: They are also called the “Monsoon forests”. They grow in the areas with annual rainfall of 70-200 cm. Sandal wood, Shisam, Mahua, Sal, Teak and Bamboo are important species of trees. Moist deciduous and the dry deciduous forests are two major categories of these forests.

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Which of the following definitions describes a physical hazard?

A) The most commonly thought of hazard in construction. This hazard includes radiation, extreme temperatures, noise, and vibration. B) These hazards can lead to injuries to the joints or muscles by way of heavy, frequent lifting, repetitive tasks.
C) Can be present in dust, fumes, liquids, solids, mists, vapors, or gases of products used at a site or released during a construction job D) Microorganisms, such as bacteria, fungus, mold, or viruses that can cause illness.
 
Answer & Explanation Answer: A) The most commonly thought of hazard in construction. This hazard includes radiation, extreme temperatures, noise, and vibration.

Explanation:

A physical hazard is defined as "A factor within the environment that can harm the body without necessarily touching it."

Vibration and noise are examples of physical hazards.

 

Physical hazards include but aren't limited to electricity, radiation, pressure, noise, heights and vibration amongst many others.

 

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Who considered the rights to Constitutional Remedies as very 'heart to soul ' of the Indian Constitution

A) M.K.Gandhi B) J.L.Nehru
C) B.R Ambedkar D) Dr. Rajendra Prasad
 
Answer & Explanation Answer: C) B.R Ambedkar

Explanation:
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Q:

Two greatest Buddhist universities of Nalanda and Vikramshila were patronised by the 

A) Palas B) Paramaras
C) Chandelas D) All the above
 
Answer & Explanation Answer: A) Palas

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Tides are primarily a result of the  ____ ?

A) Attraction of the Moon B) Farrel's law
C) Ocean Currents D) Earth's pressure system
 
Answer & Explanation Answer: A) Attraction of the Moon

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Q:

Narmada originates from its source situated in the state of

A) Maharashtra B) Uttar Pradesh
C) Madhya Pradesh D) Andhra Pradesh
 
Answer & Explanation Answer: C) Madhya Pradesh

Explanation:

Narmada rises near Amarkantak

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Q:

Which ionization process requires the most energy?

A) C3+ (g) → C4+ (g) + e- B) C (g) → C+ (g) + e-
C) C2+ (g) → C3+ (g) + e- D) C+ (g) → C2+ (g) + e-
 
Answer & Explanation Answer: A) C3+ (g) → C4+ (g) + e-

Explanation:

We know that each successive IE is greater than the previous one, because each ionization process removes one electron and hence increases the total attractive force on the remaining electrons from the nucleus. Hence, C3+ (g) → C4+ (g) + e- needs more energy.

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The chosen date for the observance of the Earth Hour 2017 is ?

A) 25th March B) 26th March
C) 27th March D) 28th March
 
Answer & Explanation Answer: A) 25th March

Explanation:

Earth Hour is a people's movement inspiring individuals from more than 7000 cities across the globe to take a stand against climate change, making it the largest voluntary movement ever witnessed in history.

On 25 March 2017, Switch Off and Switch Onto Solar Energy

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