UPSC QUIZ-SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY (29-05-25) Post author:admin Post published:May 29, 2025 Post category:QUIZ Post comments:0 Comments Welcome to your UPSC QUIZ- SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY (29-05-25) INSTRUCTIONS: The quiz consists of 5 objective-type questions. You have 10 minutes to complete the quiz. Once you begin, the timer will start automatically. Each question will have multiple-choice options. Choose the correct option for each question. Each question is worth 2 marks. Select one answer from the available options for each question. You can change your answer anytime before submitting the quiz. After answering all questions, click on the Submit button to finalize your responses. Once you submit, you cannot make changes. Your result will be displayed immediately after submission. Q) Consider the following statements regarding the effects of radioactive radiation on living organisms: Alpha particles (α) are small, fast-moving particles with a negative charge that are emitted from an atom’s nucleus during radioactive decay. Beta particles (β) are positively charged and lack the energy to penetrate the skin. Gamma rays (γ) are weightless packets of energy that can damage cell structures. Which of the above statements are correct? 3 only 1 and 2 only 2 and 3 only None None Q) Consider the following statements about Blockchain technology: Blockchain stores its information on centrally located server computers. All transactions are publicly recorded on the blockchain. Blockchain has the potential to eliminate election fraud and increase voter turnout. Which of the above statements are correct? 3 only 1 and 2 only 1, 2 and 3 2 and 3 only None Q) Which of the following best defines an Internet Cookie? A warning displayed on a webpage to alert viewers about the content of the page. An advertisement on a webpage that charges viewers when clicked. A message sent to a web browser to help customize and guide the user’s experience on webpages. A highlighted text on a webpage that leads to another page when clicked. None Q) What does the term White-fi communication technology refer to? The use of the visible light portion of the electromagnetic spectrum for communication. The utilization of unused or underused portions of broadband frequencies for communication. An advancement in Wi-Fi technology that eliminates white noise completely. A solar-powered broadband wireless technology None Q) The term "Deep Web" is often mentioned in the news. Which of the following statements best defines it? It refers to the bottom ten percent of the least visited websites. It refers to parts of the World Wide Web whose contents are not indexed by standard search engines. It collectively refers to the browsing and online tracking activities of intelligence agencies worldwide. It refers to websites that covertly customize visitors' preferences and requirements without displaying cookies. None Name Email Time's upTime is Up! Share my story Share this content Opens in a new window Opens in a new window Opens in a new window Opens in a new window Opens in a new window Opens in a new window Opens in a new window Opens in a new window Opens in a new window Opens in a new window You Might Also Like QUIZ ON AVALANCHE March 1, 2025 UPSC QUIZ – ECOLOGY & ENVIRONMENT (23-05-25) May 23, 2025 Leave a Reply Cancel replyCommentEnter your name or username to comment Enter your email address to comment Enter your website URL (optional) Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. Δ
