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Q1CSE2011

In the Union Budget 2011-12, a full exemption from the basic customs duty was extended to the bio-based asphalt (bioasphalt). What is the importance of this material?

  1. Unlike traditional asphalt, bioasphalt is not based on fossil fuels
  2. Bioasphalt can be made from non-renewable resources
  3. Bioasphalt can be made from organic waste materials
  4. It is eco-friendly to use bioasphalt for surfacing of the roads

Which of the statements given above are correct?

  1. A 1, 2 and 3 only
  2. B 1, 3 and 4 only ✓
  3. C 2 and 4 only
  4. D 1, 2, 3 and 4
✓ Correct answer: (B)
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Q2CSE2011

Consider the following

  1. Carbon dioxide
  2. Oxides of Nitrogen
  3. Oxides of Sulphur

Which of the above is/are the emission/emissions from coal combustion at thermal power plants?

  1. A 1 only
  2. B 2 and 3 only
  3. C 1 and 3 only
  4. D 1, 2 and 3 ✓
✓ Correct answer: (D)
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Q9CSE2011
The formation of ozone hole in the Antarctic region has been a cause of concern. What could be the reason for the formation of this hole?
  1. A Presence of prominent tropospheric turbulence; and inflow of chlorofluorocarbons
  2. B Presence of prominent polar front and stratospheric clouds; and inflow of chlorofluorocarbons ✓
  3. C Absence of polar front and stratospheric clouds; and inflow of methane and chlorofluorocarbons
  4. D Increased temperature at polar region due to global warming
✓ Correct answer: (B)
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