General Principles in the Working of Thermos Flask, Gramophone NDA Questions

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General Principles in the Working of Thermos Flask, Gramophone MCQ Questions

1.
What is the primary function of a thermos flask?
A.
To cool beverages
B.
To filter impurities
C.
To maintain the temperature of liquids
D.
To increase the volume of liquids
ANSWER :
C. To maintain the temperature of liquids
2.
Which principle does a thermos flask primarily use to maintain temperature?
A.
Evaporation
B.
Radiation
C.
Insulation
D.
Convection
ANSWER :
C. Insulation
3.
The vacuum between the walls of a thermos flask prevents heat transfer by
A.
Conduction and convection
B.
Conduction and radiation
C.
Convection and radiation
D.
Conduction, convection, and radiation
ANSWER :
A. Conduction and convection
4.
What material is commonly used for the inner lining of a thermos flask?
A.
Glass
B.
Plastic
C.
Aluminium
D.
Copper
ANSWER :
A. Glass
5.
Who is credited with inventing the thermos flask?
A.
Albert Einstein
B.
James Dewar
C.
Thomas Edison
D.
Michael Faraday
ANSWER :
B. James Dewar
6.
The outer surface of the inner bottle of a thermos flask is usually
A.
Rough
B.
Polished
C.
Painted
D.
Insulated with foam
ANSWER :
B. Polished