HPAS 2011 Prelims Question Paper – Q77
The term ‘masting’ is associated with:
(A) Synchronous seeding by trees at long intervals
(B) Migration of birds across hemispheres
(C) Cyclic flowering of bamboo
(D) Autumn leaf fall
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Answer: A
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HPAS 2011 Prelims Question Paper – Q89
Which one of the following soil types has the highest clay content?
(A) Sandy loam
(B) Silt loam
(C) Clay
(D) Peaty soil
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Answer: C
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HPAS 2011 Prelims Question Paper – Q90
Which of the following biodegradable wastes decomposes fastest under composting conditions?
(A) Paper
(B) Vegetable peels
(C) Plastic
(D) Glass
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Answer: B
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HPAS 2011 Prelims Question Paper – Q91
What is the primary reason for ‘Thermal Inversion’ causing severe air pollution in cities?
(A) Increase in vehicular emissions
(B) Trapped cooler air near ground by warmer air above
(C) High humidity
(D) Proximity to sea
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Answer: B
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HPAS 2011 Prelims Question Paper – Q93
Which of the following diseases is caused by protozoa?
(A) Tuberculosis
(B) Malaria
(C) Influenza
(D) Measles
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Answer: B
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HPAS 2011 Prelims Question Paper – Q94
Which vitamin is synthesized in the human body by the action of sunlight on the skin?
(A) Vitamin A
(B) Vitamin C
(C) Vitamin D
(D) Vitamin B12
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Answer: C
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HPAS 2011 Prelims Question Paper – Q95
What is the normal human blood pH?
(A) 6.8
(B) 7.0
(C) 7.4
(D) 7.8
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Answer: C
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HPAS 2011 Prelims Question Paper – Q96
Which gland is known as the “Master Gland” of the endocrine system?
(A) Thyroid
(B) Adrenal
(C) Pituitary
(D) Pineal
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Answer: C
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HPAS 2011 Prelims Question Paper – Q97
Which of the following is used as an anticoagulant in blood sample collection tubes?
(A) Sodium chloride
(B) Calcium chloride
(C) EDTA
(D) Potassium nitrate
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Answer: C
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HPAS 2011 Prelims Question Paper – Q99
Which one of the following instruments measures atmospheric pressure?
(A) Anemometer
(B) Hygrometer
(C) Barometer
(D) Thermometer
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Answer: C
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