(GIST OF SCIENCE REPORTER) MCQs on Science and Tech

(July-2023)

MCQs on Science and Tech

Q.1 ‘Aeolus’, a satellite mission to study Earth's winds, is launched by which one of the following space agencies?

1. Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA)
2. National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA)
3. European Space Agency (ESA)
4. Canadian Space Agency (CSA)

Q.2 Consider the following statements regarding E. coli:

1. It is a type of fungus that can be found in the intestines of humans and animals.

2. Some strains of E. coli can cause illness and infections, including diarrhea and pneumonia.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

1. 1 only
2. 2 only
3. Both 1 and 2
4. Neither 1 nor 2

Q.3 With reference to the Solar Technology and Application Resource Centres (STAR-C) initiative, consider the following statements:

1. It is implemented by the International Solar Alliance in partnership with the United Nations Industrial Development Organisation (UNIDO).

2. It aims to boost solar power ecosystems in the poorest countries.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

1. 1 only
2. 2 only
3. Both 1 and 2
4. Neither 1 nor 2

Q. 4 With reference to the Pyroelectric effect, consider the following statements:

1. It is the change in polarization due to the change in temperature.
2. The Ferroelectric materials show strong pyroelectric effect due to large range of temperature-dependent spontaneous polarization.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

1. 1 only
2. 2 only
3. Both 1 and 2
4. Neither 1 nor 2

Q.5 With reference to the Logistics Data Bank Project, consider the following statements:

1. It aims to make India’s logistics sector more efficient through the use of Information Technology.

2. It is being implemented by the Port Trust of India.

3. Under this project every container is attached to a Radio Frequency Identification Tag.

How many of the statements given above are correct?

1. Only one
2. Only two
3. All three
4. None

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