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Consider the following fauna:                                                                          ...Read more

Consider the following fauna:                                                                                                                 [2023]
1. Lion-tailed Macaque
2. Malabar Civet
3. Sambar Deer

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    Lion-tailed Macaque: This species is primarily diurnal, meaning it is active during the day and rests at night. They are known for their distinctive mane and tail tuft, and they inhabit the rainforests of the Western Ghats in India. Malabar Civet: The Malabar Civet is generally nocturnal. It is mostRead more

    1. Lion-tailed Macaque: This species is primarily diurnal, meaning it is active during the day and rests at night. They are known for their distinctive mane and tail tuft, and they inhabit the rainforests of the Western Ghats in India.
    2. Malabar Civet: The Malabar Civet is generally nocturnal. It is most active during the night and is rarely seen during the day. It is a critically endangered species native to the Western Ghats and nearby regions.
    3. Sambar Deer: The Sambar Deer is largely nocturnal or crepuscular (active during twilight). It tends to be most active during the early morning and late evening but can also be seen foraging at night.

    Given this information, two of the listed fauna (Malabar Civet and Sambar Deer) are generally nocturnal or most active after sunset. Therefore, the correct answer is: Only two.

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Invasive Species Specialist Group’ (that develops Global Invasive Species Database) belongs to which one of the following organisations?                                              ...Read more

Invasive Species Specialist Group’ (that develops Global Invasive Species Database) belongs to which one of the following organisations?                                                                                                            [2023] 

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    The 'Invasive Species Specialist Group' (ISSG), which develops the Global Invasive Species Database, is a part of: The International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN). The ISSG is a specialist group of the IUCN's Species Survival Commission (SSC). It focuses on invasive species and their impacRead more

    The ‘Invasive Species Specialist Group’ (ISSG), which develops the Global Invasive Species Database, is a part of: The International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN). The ISSG is a specialist group of the IUCN’s Species Survival Commission (SSC). It focuses on invasive species and their impact on biodiversity, and its Global Invasive Species Database is a widely used resource for information on invasive species worldwide.

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Consider the following statements: Statement-I: India, despite having uranium deposits, depends on coal for most of its electricity production. Statement-II: Uranium, enriched to the extent of at least 60%, is required for the production of electricity. Which one of the following ...Read more

Consider the following statements:
Statement-I: India, despite having uranium deposits, depends on coal for most of its electricity production.
Statement-II: Uranium, enriched to the extent of at least 60%, is required for the production of electricity.

Which one of the following is correct in respect of the above statements?

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    Let's analyze each statement: Statement-I: India, despite having uranium deposits, depends on coal for most of its electricity production. This statement is correct. Although India has some uranium deposits, they are not sufficient to meet the country’s nuclear energy needs. As a result, India imporRead more

    Let’s analyze each statement:

    Statement-I: India, despite having uranium deposits, depends on coal for most of its electricity production. This statement is correct. Although India has some uranium deposits, they are not sufficient to meet the country’s nuclear energy needs. As a result, India imports uranium and heavily relies on coal, which is abundant and cheaper, for most of its electricity production.

    Statement-II: Uranium, enriched to the extent of at least 60%, is required for the production of electricity. This statement is incorrect. For nuclear reactors used in electricity production, uranium is typically enriched to about 3-5% U-235. Enrichment levels of 60% and above are considered high and are used for research reactors or weapons-grade material, not for commercial electricity generation.

    Therefore, the correct answer is: Statement-I is correct but Statement-II is incorrect.

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What are the different branches of Physics?

What are the different branches of Physics?

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    Physics is a vast field that explores the fundamental principles governing the natural world. It is divided into various branches, each focusing on specific aspects of physical phenomena. Here are some of the major branches of physics: Classical Mechanics Focus: The study of the motion of objects anRead more

    Physics is a vast field that explores the fundamental principles governing the natural world. It is divided into various branches, each focusing on specific aspects of physical phenomena. Here are some of the major branches of physics:

    1. Classical Mechanics
      Focus: The study of the motion of objects and the forces that cause this motion.
      Key Concepts: Newton’s laws of motion, energy, momentum, kinematics, dynamics.
    2. Thermodynamics
      Focus: The study of heat, energy, and the work done by them.
      Key Concepts: Temperature, heat transfer, entropy, laws of thermodynamics, thermal properties of materials.
    3. Electromagnetism
      Focus: The study of electric and magnetic fields and their interactions with matter.
      Key Concepts: Electric charge, electric fields, magnetic fields, electromagnetic waves, Maxwell’s equations.
    4. Optics
      Focus: The study of light and its interactions with matter.
      Key Concepts: Reflection, refraction, diffraction, interference, polarization, lenses, and optical instruments.
    5. Quantum Mechanics
      Focus: The study of physical phenomena at atomic and subatomic levels.
      Key Concepts: Wave-particle duality, quantum states, uncertainty principle, quantum entanglement, Schrödinger equation.
    6. Relativity
      Focus: The study of objects moving at high velocities and the effects of gravity on space-time.
      Key Concepts: Special relativity, general relativity, time dilation, length contraction, Einstein’s field equations.
    7. Nuclear Physics
      Focus: The study of atomic nuclei, their components, and interactions.
      Key Concepts: Radioactivity, nuclear fission, nuclear fusion, nuclear decay, applications in nuclear energy and medicine.
    8. Astrophysics
      Focus: The study of the physical properties and behavior of celestial bodies and the universe as a whole.
      Key Concepts: Stars, galaxies, black holes, cosmic microwave background, cosmology, dark matter, and dark energy.
    9. Particle Physics
      Focus: The study of fundamental particles and the forces governing them.
      Key Concepts: Quarks, leptons, bosons, the Standard Model, Higgs boson, particle accelerators.
    10. Condensed Matter Physics
      Focus: The study of the physical properties of solids and liquids.
      Key Concepts: Crystallography, superconductivity, magnetism, semiconductors, phase transitions.
    11. Plasma Physics
      Focus: The study of ionized gases and their applications.
      Key Concepts: Plasma state, fusion energy, magnetohydrodynamics, applications in space physics and fusion reactors.
    12. Biophysics
      Focus: The study of biological systems using the principles of physics.
      Key Concepts: Molecular biology, neural networks, biomechanics, medical imaging, and physiological processes.
    13. Geophysics
      Focus: The study of the physical properties of the Earth and its environment.
      Key Concepts: Seismology, volcanology, atmospheric physics, oceanography, Earth’s magnetic field, and tectonics.
    14. Acoustics
      Focus: The study of sound and vibration.
      Key Concepts: Sound waves, pitch, frequency, amplitude, acoustical engineering, and sound perception.
    15. Fluid Mechanics
      Focus: The study of the behavior of fluids (liquids and gases) and the forces on them.
      Key Concepts: Laminar and turbulent flow, Bernoulli’s principle, viscosity, aerodynamics, hydrodynamics.

    These branches often overlap, and advancements in one area can lead to discoveries in another, demonstrating the interconnected nature of physics.

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