2806: It is possible to produce algae based biofuels, but what is/are the likely limitation(s) of developing countries in promoting this industry?
1. Production of algae based biofuels is possible in seas only and not on continents.
2. Setting up and engineering the algae based biofuel production requires high level of expertise/technology until the construction is completed.
3. Economically viable production necessitates the setting up of large scale facilities which may raise ecological and social concerns.
Select the correct answer using the code given below:
a. 1 and 2 only
b. 2 and 3 only
c. 3 only
d. 1, 2 and 3
2807: Heat from the sun is received by the earth through:
(a) Conduction
(b) Convection
(c) Radiation
(d) None of the above
2808: Match List-I (Distinguished Person) with List-II (Achievement/Known as) and select the correct answer using the codes given below the lists:
List I
(A) Guenter Grass
(B) Trevor Huddleston
(C) Dicky Dolma
(D) Kim Campbell
List II
1. First woman Prime Minister of Canada
2. Nobel Prize Winner for literature
3. Leading campaigner against apartheid in South Africa
4. Youngest woman to climb the Mt. Everest
5. American violinist
(A) 2 3 4 1
(B) 2 4 1 3
(C) 5 3 4 2
(D) 5 3 2 1
2809: With reference to the United Nations, consider the following statements:
1. The Economic and social council (ECOSOC) of UN consists of 24 member States.
2. It is elected by a 2/3rd majority of the General Assembly for a 3-year term.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
(a) 1 only
(b) 2 only
(c) Both 1 and 2
(d) Neither 1 nor 2
2810: Chlorophyll is a naturally occurring chelate compound in which central metal is
(a) Magnesium
(b) Copper
(c) Calcium
(d) Iron