Mineral Resource & Energy Resources UPSC Questions

Geography-Economic Geography

Mineral Resource & Energy Resources MCQ Questions


1.
Which one among the following is not a property with respect to the minerals?
A.
Presence of supplied
B.
Hardness
C.
Colour
D.
Density
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ANSWER :
A. Presence of supplied
2.
In the context of global oil prices, "Brent crude oil" is frequently referred to in the news. What does this term imply?
1. It is a major classification of crude oil.
2. It is sourced from the North Sea.
3. It does not contain sulphur.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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A.
2 only
B.
1 and 2 only
C.
1 and 3 only
D.
1,2 and 3
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ANSWER :
B. 1 and 2 only
3.
The function of heavy water in a nuclear reactor is to
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A.
Slow down the speed of neutrons.
B.
Increase the speed of neutrons.
C.
Cool down the reactor.
D.
Stop the nuclear reaction.
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ANSWER :
A. Slow down the speed of neutrons.
4.
(A) Assertion: Physical properties are those that can be observed without changing the identity of the substance.
(B) Reason : Melting point, density and pH are physical properties.
A.
Both (A) and (B) correct and (A) correct Explanation for (B)
B.
Both (A) and (B) correct and (A) not correct Explanation for (B)
C.
Only (A) correct
D.
Both incorrect
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ANSWER :
C. Only (A) correct
5.
Consider the following :
1. Carbon dioxide
2. Oxides of nitrogen
3. Oxide of sulphur
Which of the above is/are the emission/emissions from coal combustion at thermal power plants?
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A.
1 only
B.
2 and 3 only
C.
1 and 3 only
D.
1,2 and 3
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ANSWER :
D. 1,2 and 3
6.
Which of the following is/are the characteristic/characteristics of Indian coal?
1. High ash content
2. Low sulphur content
3. Low ash fusion temperature
Select the correct answer using the codes given below.
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A.
1 and 2 only
B.
2 only
C.
1 and 3 only
D.
1, 2 and 3
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ANSWER :
A. 1 and 2 only