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Which of the following equals one atomic mass unit?

A) one-twelfth the mass of one carbon-12 atom B) the mass of one electron
C) one-sixth the mass of one helium-4 atom D) the mass of one carbon-12 atom
 
Answer & Explanation Answer: A) one-twelfth the mass of one carbon-12 atom

Explanation:

One atomic mass unit (AMU) is equal to the one-twelfth the mass of one carbon-12 atom.

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1 2007
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Which state government to install 221-Metre Bronze Statue Of lordRam In Ayodhya?

A) Uttar Pradesh B) Gujarat
C) Uttarakhand D) Himachal Pradesh
 
Answer & Explanation Answer: A) Uttar Pradesh

Explanation:

Uttar Pradesh state government to install 221-Metre Bronze Statue Of lordRam In Ayodhya.

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0 2007
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Which one of the following statements about the Elephanta Island is correct?

A) It was given its name by the British after a large elephant structure located there. B) It contains one large cave.
C) It is well-known for a spectacular carving of Vishnu described in the Vishnudharmottara Purana. D) It is associated with the Pashupata sect.
 
Answer & Explanation Answer: B) It contains one large cave.

Explanation:

The Elephanta Caves are located in Western India on Elephanta Island (otherwise known as the Island of Gharapuri), which features two hillocks separated by a narrow valley. The name Ardhanarishvara (famous statue of Elephanta) means the Lord Who is half woman, Ardhanarishvara is also known by other names. The Gupta-era writer Pushpadanta in his Mahimnastava refers to form as dehardhaghatana. Utpala, commenting on the Brihat Samhita, calls this form Ardha-gaurishvara, the Vishnudharmottara Purana simply calls this form Gaurishvara.Buddhist caves in Elephants and the caves built by the followers of Pashupata cult (a Shaivite Hinduschool).The island and its resident caves received the name 'Elephanta' from Portuguese invaders after the discovery of a black stone sculpture of an elephant on the island.

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0 2007
Q:

The basic unit of the nervous system is the

A) Lymphs B) Nephrons
C) Nerves D) Neurons
 
Answer & Explanation Answer: D) Neurons

Explanation:

The basic unit of the nervous system is the Neurons.

 

The neuron is a single nerve cell, and you have billions of them.

There are three basic types of neurons::

1. Association,

2. Afferent  and

3. Efferent.

The association neurons comprise the central nervous system (CNS) that is the brain and spinal cord.

The afferent neurons are also known as the sensory neurons, they bring the stimuli from the sensors (e.g., skin, eyes, ears) to the CNS.

The efferent neurons are also known as motor neurons, they bring the responses from the brain to the muscles and the glands.

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3 2006
Q:

The decentralization system was recommended by

A) C. Rajgopalachari B) Balwant Rai Mehta
C) J. B. Kriplani D) Ashok Mehta
 
Answer & Explanation Answer: B) Balwant Rai Mehta

Explanation:

The decentralization system was recommended by Balwant Rai Mehta.

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3 2006
Q:

Pop music appeals to which type of audience?

A) A broad audience B) North American-born individuals only
C) An old audience D) A niche audience
 
Answer & Explanation Answer: A) A broad audience

Explanation:
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3 2006
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Nullification Meaning in Government?

Answer

Nullification is the legal theory that a state has the right to nullify (invalidate) any federal law that it deems unconstitutional



So far, there have not been any situations where this tactic has actually held up, though. In each case, nullification has failed.

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5 2006
Q:

Which waves cannot be transmitted through vacuum?

A) Electromagnetic B) Light
C) Sound D) Heat
 
Answer & Explanation Answer: C) Sound

Explanation:

Sound waves cannot be transmitted through vacuum. 

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6 2006