Catalytic Converters:
I: | use expensive metals like Gold & Tungsten as catalysts |
II: | convert unburnt hydrocarbons to CO2 and H2O, CO to CO2 and NO to N2 |
III: | are deactivated by Lead |
1. only I & II are correct
2. only I & III are correct
3. Only II & III are correct
4. I, II & III are correct
A water body has low DO content. An organism that is likely to flourish here will be:
1. Gonyaulax, an annelid
2. Gonyaulax, a nematode
3. Tubifex, an annelid
4. Tubifex, a nematode
In an algal bloom, the cause of death of other algae is usually:
1. toxins
2. decreased DO
3. decreased sunlight
4. decreased nutrients
Identify the incorrectly matched pair with respect to contamination of water:
1. Minamata disease: Mercury
2. Blue bay syndrome: excessive nitrates
3. Black foot disease: excessive arsenic
4. Dental caries: excessive fluoride
A painful bone condition is produced when the drinking water is contaminated with:
1. Lead
2. Mercury
3. Cadmium
4. Arsenic
Combustion of solid wastes in the absence of oxygen is known as:
1. | Incineration | 2. | Pyrolysis |
3. | Anaerobiosis | 4. | Burning |
The intensity of noise beyond which physical discomfort is:
1. 70 dB
2. 80 dB
3. 100 dB
4. 120 dB
The CPCB has recommended zone-wise ambient noise levels. The limit during the day in residential areas is:
1. 75 dB
2. 65 dB
3. 55 dB
4. 50 dB
Radiatively active gases do not include:
1. Methane
2. Ammonia
3. Nitrous oxide
4. Chloroflouro carbons
Identify the incorrect statement regarding CFCs:
1. | They are synthetic gaseous compounds of carbon and halogens |
2. | Major sources are the refrigeration industry and industrial solvents |
3. | They have been only recently added to the atmosphere - synthesized during the 20th century |
4. | They have a short life in the atmosphere - 5 to 12 years |