With reference to agriculture in India, how can the technique of `genome sequencingâ, often seen in the news, be used in the immediate future?
1. Genome sequencing can be used to identify genetic markers far disease resistance and
drought tolerance in various crop plants.
2. This technique helps in reducing the time required to develop new varieties of crop
plants.
3. It can be used to decipher the host-pathogen relationships in crops.
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Subject: Science and Technology
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With reference to agriculture in India, how can the technique of `genome sequencingâ, often seen in the news, be used in the immediate future
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What is the purpose of âevolved Laser Interferometer Space Antenna (ELISA)â project
What is the purpose of âevolved Laser Interferometer Space Antenna (ELISA)â project?
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The terms `Event Horizonâ, âSingularityâ, `String Theoryâ and `Standard
The terms `Event Horizonâ, âSingularityâ, `String Theoryâ and `Standard
Modelâ are sometimes seen in the news in the context of -
The terms âWanna Cry, Petya and Eternal Blue’ sometimes mentioned in the news recently are related to
The terms âWanna Cry, Petya and Eternal Blue’ sometimes mentioned in the news recently are related to
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With reference to the Indian Regional Navigation Satellite System (IRNSS), consider the following statements
With reference to the Indian Regional Navigation Satellite System (IRNSS), consider the following statements :
1. IRNSS has three satellites in geostationary and four satellites in geosynchronous orbits.
2. IRNSS covers entire India and about 5500 sq. km beyond its borders.
3. India will have its own satellite navigation system with full global coverage by the middle of 2019.
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With reference to Indiaâs satellite launch vehicle, consider the following statements
With reference to Indiaâs satellite launch vehicle, consider the following statements:
1.PSLVs launch the satellites useful for Earth resources monitoring whereas GSLVs are designed mainly to launch communication satellites.
2.Satellites launched by PSLV appear to remain permanently fixed in the same position in the sky, as viewed from a particular location on Earth.
3.GSLV MK III is a four-staged launch vehicle with the first and third stages using solid rocket motors; and the second and fourth stages using liquid rocket engines.
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Consider the following phenomena
Consider the following phenomena :
1. Light is affected by gravity.
2. The Universe is constantly expanding.
3. Matter warps its surrounding space-time.
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‘3D printing’ has applications in which of the following
‘3D printing’ has applications in which of the following?
1.Preparation of confectionery items
2.Manufacture of bionic ears
3.Automotive industry
4.Reconstructive surgeries
5.Data processing technologies
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When the alarm of your smartphone rings in the morning, you wake up and tap it to stop the alarm which causes your geyser to be switched on automatically. The smart mirror in your bathroom shows the dayâs weather and also indicates the level of water in your overhead tank. After you take some groceries from your refrigerator for making breakfast, it recognises the shortage of stock in it and places an order for the supply of fresh grocery items. When you stepâ out of your house and lock the door, all lights, fans, geysers and AC machines get switched off automatically. On your way to office, your car warns you about
When the alarm of your smartphone rings in the morning, you wake up and tap it to stop the alarm which causes your geyser to be switched on automatically. The smart mirror in your bathroom shows the dayâs weather and also indicates the level of water in your overhead tank. After you take some groceries from your refrigerator for making breakfast, it recognises the shortage of stock in it and places an order for the supply of fresh grocery items. When you stepâ out of your house and lock the door, all lights, fans, geysers and AC machines get switched off automatically. On your way to office, your car warns you about
traffic congestion ahead and suggests an alternative route, and if you are late for a meeting, it sends a message to your office accordingly.In the context of emerging communication technologies, which one of the following terms best applies to the above scenario?
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With reference to Indiaâs satellite launch vehicles, consider the following statements
With reference to Indiaâs satellite launch vehicles, consider the following statements :
1.PSLVs launch the satellites useful for Earth resources monitoring whereas GSLVs are designed mainly to launch communication satellites.
2.Satellites launched by PSLV appear to remain permanently ïŹxed in the same position in the sky, as viewed from a particular location on Earth.
3.GSLV Mk III is a four-stage launch vehicle with the first and third stages using solid rocket motors, and the second and fourth stages using liquid rocket engines.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?