Chemistry SSC GD Questions

Chemistry MCQ Questions

13.
What is the chemical formula of muriatic acid?
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A.
AsH3
B.
HCl
C.
HNO3
D.
H2SO4
ANSWER :
B. HCl
14.
Which of the following metals is susceptible to fire if kept in the open?
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A.
Potassium
B.
Lead
C.
Lithium
D.
Mercury
ANSWER :
A. Potassium
15.
In July 2021, the Indian Oil Corporation Limited announced that it would set up India's first 'Green Hydrogen' plant at its ______ refinery.
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A.
Mathura
B.
Paradip
C.
Panipat
D.
Haldia
ANSWER :
A. Mathura
16.
Which of the following gases do plants need for photosynthesis?
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A.
Oxygen
B.
Nitrogen
C.
Carbon dioxide
D.
Argon
ANSWER :
C. Carbon dioxide
17.
Chlorination is done by adding chlorine tablets or ______ to the water.
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A.
bleaching powder
B.
baking soda
C.
common salt
D.
turmeric powder
ANSWER :
A. bleaching powder
18.
Which of the following chemicals is NOT used as a preservative to check the growth of microorganisms?
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A.
Sodium metabisulphite
B.
Sodium hydrogen carbonate
C.
Benzoic acid
D.
Sodium benzoate
ANSWER :
B. Sodium hydrogen carbonate