3236: Which of the following metals is extracted from the Monazite sand found in plenty in India ?

(a) Gold

(b) Uranium

(c) Thorium

(d) Copper
3237: The theory of "Jumping Genes" was propounded by

(a) Gregor Johann Mendel

(b) Thomas Hunt Morgan

(c) Barbara McClintock

(d) Watson and Crick
3238: Consider the following statements:

1. Non-function of lachrymal gland is an important symptom of deficiency of Vitamin A.

2. Deficiency of Vitamin B1 can lead to indigestion and heart enlargement.

3. Vitamin C deficiency can lead to pain in the muscles.

4. Deficiency of Vitamin D causes increased loss of Ca++ in urine.

Which of the statements given above are correct?

(a) 1 and 2
(b) 2, 3 and 4
(c) 1, 3 and 4
(d) 1, 2, 3 and 4
3239: The Supersonic jets tend to cause:

(a) Destruction of ozone layer

(b) Sound pollution

(c) Nervous system breakdown

(d) All of the above
3240: Consider the following diseases :

1. Diphtheria
2. Chickenpox
3. Smallpox

Which of the above diseases has/ havebeen eradicated in India?

(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 3 only
(c) 1, 2 and 3
(d) None