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UPSC Static Quiz - 2020: IASbaba's Daily Static Quiz - ENVIRONMENT [Day 73]
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Question 1 of 10
1. Question
Consider the following statements regarding the International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA):
- A state should be a member of the United Nations to gain IRENA membership.
- The main institutional governing body of the IRENA is the supreme Council which includes delegates only from the P5 Countries.
- The Global Commission on the Geopolitics of Energy Transformation was launched by IRENA.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Solution (c)
The statute to gain IRENA membership requires that a state be a member of the United Nations.
Hence Statement 1 is correct
The main institutional governing body of the IRENA is the Assembly, which includes one delegate from each member state.
Hence Statement 2 is incorrect
The Global Commission on the Geopolitics of Energy Transformation was launched by IRENA.
Hence Statement 3 is correct
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Solution (c)
The statute to gain IRENA membership requires that a state be a member of the United Nations.
Hence Statement 1 is correct
The main institutional governing body of the IRENA is the Assembly, which includes one delegate from each member state.
Hence Statement 2 is incorrect
The Global Commission on the Geopolitics of Energy Transformation was launched by IRENA.
Hence Statement 3 is correct
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Question 2 of 10
2. Question
With reference to Aeroponics, Consider the following statements:
- In Aeroponic system, the roots are held in a soilless growing medium, such as coco coir, over which nutrient-laden water is periodically pumped.
- Aeroponic system is a closed loop system, using 95% less water than field farming and 40% less than hydroponics.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Solution (b)
In hydroponic system, the roots are held in a soilless growing medium, such as coco coir, over which nutrient-laden water is periodically pumped.
Hence Statement 1 is incorrect
Aeroponic system is a closed loop system, using 95% less water than field farming and 40% less than hydroponics.
Hence Statement 2 is correct
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Solution (b)
In hydroponic system, the roots are held in a soilless growing medium, such as coco coir, over which nutrient-laden water is periodically pumped.
Hence Statement 1 is incorrect
Aeroponic system is a closed loop system, using 95% less water than field farming and 40% less than hydroponics.
Hence Statement 2 is correct
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Question 3 of 10
3. Question
Which of the following Bioremediation Technologies is/are correctly matched?
- Bioventing – Addition of Bacterial cultures to a contaminated medium.
- Bioaugmentation – Method of treating contaminated soils by drawing oxygen through the soil.
- Biosparging – The injection of air under pressure can enhance biological degradation.
Select the correct answer using the codes given below:
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Solution (a)
Bioventing – Method of treating contaminated soils by drawing oxygen through the soil to stimulate microbial growth and activity.
Hence Statement 1 is incorrect
Bioaugmentation – Addition of bacterial cultures to a contaminated medium; frequently used in bioreactors and ex situ systems.
Hence Statement 2 is incorrect
Biosparging – The injection of air under pressure can enhance biological degradation; usually performed in situ.
Hence Statement 3 is correct
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Solution (a)
Bioventing – Method of treating contaminated soils by drawing oxygen through the soil to stimulate microbial growth and activity.
Hence Statement 1 is incorrect
Bioaugmentation – Addition of bacterial cultures to a contaminated medium; frequently used in bioreactors and ex situ systems.
Hence Statement 2 is incorrect
Biosparging – The injection of air under pressure can enhance biological degradation; usually performed in situ.
Hence Statement 3 is correct
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Question 4 of 10
4. Question
Which of the following statements is/are NOT CORRECT regarding Development of Solar Parks and Ultra Mega Solar Power Projects Scheme?
- This scheme supports only thoe States/UTs which has power deficit in setting up solar parks.
- The implementing agency is of this scheme is Solar Power Park Developer (SPPD).
Select the correct answer using the code given below:
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Solution (a)
The scheme envisages supporting all the States/UTs (not just the ones having power deficit) in setting up solar parks at various locations in the country with a view to create required infrastructure for setting up of solar power projects.
Hence Statement 1 is incorrect
The implementing agency is termed as Solar Power Park Developer (SPPD).
Hence Statement 2 is correct
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Solution (a)
The scheme envisages supporting all the States/UTs (not just the ones having power deficit) in setting up solar parks at various locations in the country with a view to create required infrastructure for setting up of solar power projects.
Hence Statement 1 is incorrect
The implementing agency is termed as Solar Power Park Developer (SPPD).
Hence Statement 2 is correct
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Question 5 of 10
5. Question
Consider the following statements with respect to United Nations Convention to Combat Desertification (UNCCD):
- It is the only internationally legally binding framework set up to address the problem of desertification.
- The Convention addresses specifically the arid, semi-arid and dry sub-humid areas.
- UNCCD collaborates with the Convention on Biological Diversity (CBD) and the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC).
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Correct
Solution (d)
It is the only internationally legally binding framework set up to address the problem of desertification.
Hence Statement 1 is correct
The Convention addresses specifically the arid, semi-arid and dry sub-humid areas, known as the drylands, where some of the most vulnerable ecosystems and peoples can be found.
Hence Statement 2 is correct
UNCCD collaborates closely with the other two Rio Conventions; the Convention on Biological Diversity (CBD) and the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC).
Hence Statement 3 is correct
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Solution (d)
It is the only internationally legally binding framework set up to address the problem of desertification.
Hence Statement 1 is correct
The Convention addresses specifically the arid, semi-arid and dry sub-humid areas, known as the drylands, where some of the most vulnerable ecosystems and peoples can be found.
Hence Statement 2 is correct
UNCCD collaborates closely with the other two Rio Conventions; the Convention on Biological Diversity (CBD) and the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC).
Hence Statement 3 is correct
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Question 6 of 10
6. Question
Bhopal gas tragedy has been one of the most deadliest industrial hazards in the history of India. Which of the following gas was released causing the disaster?
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Solution (c)
On 3 December 1984, the plant released 42 tonne of toxic Methyl isocyanate (MIC) gas, exposing more than 500,000 people to toxic gases.
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Solution (c)
On 3 December 1984, the plant released 42 tonne of toxic Methyl isocyanate (MIC) gas, exposing more than 500,000 people to toxic gases.
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Question 7 of 10
7. Question
The release of ballast water at the port is considered to be a big ecological hazard because:
Correct
Solution (c)
Ecological impacts of Ballast water discharged in ports
- On return to ports the vessels discharge the ballast water in the coastal waters, thus releasing many exotic species of flora and fauna in the ecosystem
- Ballast water are transporting more than 10000 exotic marine species across the globe
- In India ,the experts have found more than 10 invasive exotic species in the coastal waters of Kerala which are very rich in bio diversity
- The increase in number of ports and expansion of port activities has aggravated the situation recently.
- Can cause tremendous damage to our coastal ecosystems and lead to severe loss of biodiversity.
Hence statement c is correct
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Solution (c)
Ecological impacts of Ballast water discharged in ports
- On return to ports the vessels discharge the ballast water in the coastal waters, thus releasing many exotic species of flora and fauna in the ecosystem
- Ballast water are transporting more than 10000 exotic marine species across the globe
- In India ,the experts have found more than 10 invasive exotic species in the coastal waters of Kerala which are very rich in bio diversity
- The increase in number of ports and expansion of port activities has aggravated the situation recently.
- Can cause tremendous damage to our coastal ecosystems and lead to severe loss of biodiversity.
Hence statement c is correct
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Question 8 of 10
8. Question
The government has constituted a committee to investigate into illegal cultivation of HT cotton in four states. The HT of HT cotton stands for
Correct
Solution (c)
HT cotton stands for Herbicide tolerant.
The cultivation of BG-III or HT cotton has not been approved by Genetic Engineering Approval Committee (GEAC) of the Ministry of Environment.
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Solution (c)
HT cotton stands for Herbicide tolerant.
The cultivation of BG-III or HT cotton has not been approved by Genetic Engineering Approval Committee (GEAC) of the Ministry of Environment.
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Question 9 of 10
9. Question
Which of the following traits should a waste material show to be categorized under Hazardous waste?
- Ignitability
- Reactivity
- Corrosivity
- Toxicity
Select the correct answer using the code given below:
Correct
Solution (d)
Characteristic of hazardous wastes are materials that are known or tested to exhibit one or more of the following four hazardous traits:
- ignitability
- reactivity
- corrosivity
- toxicity
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Solution (d)
Characteristic of hazardous wastes are materials that are known or tested to exhibit one or more of the following four hazardous traits:
- ignitability
- reactivity
- corrosivity
- toxicity
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Question 10 of 10
10. Question
Consider the following statements.
- An aerosol is a suspension of fine solid particles or liquid droplets, in air or another gas.
- Examples of anthropogenic aerosols are fog, dust, forest exudates and geyser steam.
- Examples of natural aerosols are haze, particulate air pollutants and smoke.
- Aerosol does not have any impact on cloud formations.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
Correct
Solution (a)
An aerosol is a suspension of fine solid particles or liquid droplets, in air or another gas. Aerosols can be natural or anthropogenic.
Hence Statement 1 is correct
Examples of natural aerosols are fog, dust, forest exudates and geyser steam.
Hence Statement 2 is incorrect
Examples of anthropogenic aerosols are haze, particulate air pollutants and smoke.
Hence Statement 3 is incorrect
It Impact cloud formations because water condenses on aerosol particles.
Hence Statement 4 is incorrect
Incorrect
Solution (a)
An aerosol is a suspension of fine solid particles or liquid droplets, in air or another gas. Aerosols can be natural or anthropogenic.
Hence Statement 1 is correct
Examples of natural aerosols are fog, dust, forest exudates and geyser steam.
Hence Statement 2 is incorrect
Examples of anthropogenic aerosols are haze, particulate air pollutants and smoke.
Hence Statement 3 is incorrect
It Impact cloud formations because water condenses on aerosol particles.
Hence Statement 4 is incorrect
