Static Quiz 8th February

1. With reference to volcanic dusts and their role in climate change, consider the following statements:

1. They reduce the amount of solar radiation reaching the earth’s surface.
2. They do not block the outgoing long wave radiation waves from the earth’s surface.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

2. Consider the following statements about health benefits of Tulsi (holy basil):

1. Chewing of Tulsi leaves have been found to beneficial for teeth.
2. Drinks made from Tulsi leaves provide relief in sore throats.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

3. Ocean seeding refers to:

4. Which of the following is/are an example of active remote sensing?

1. Camera with its flash turned on.
2. Spectrometer
3. LIDAR

Select the correct answer using the codes given below.

5. Who was the lady representative of India at the second Round Table Conference (RTC)?