Methanol is toxic. Ingestion of methanol leads to:
A. Blindness or death
B. Liver cirrhosis
C. Kidney failure
D. Lung cancer
Answer: Option A
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Methanol is metabolized in the body to formaldehyde and formic acid, which are highly toxic and can damage the optic nerve, causing permanent blindness or even death if ingested in significant amounts. Ethanol is used as an antidote because it competitively inhibits methanol metabolism by alcohol dehydrogenase. Methanol is used as industrial solvent and in illegal liquor (hooch) sometimes resulting in mass poisoning.
Explanation:
Phenolphthalein is a synthetic acid-base indicator, organic compound prepared in the lab. Litmus is a natural dye from lichens. Turmeric is a natural indicator (yellow in acid, reddish brown in base). Red cabbage juice is natural. Synthetic indicators are often used in titrations: methyl orange, phenolphthalein.
Explanation:
Froth flotation separates sulfide ore particles from gangue by using oil and water. The ore particles adhere to the froth and float, while gangue sinks. Used for ZnS, PbS, CuFeS₂. Magnetic separation for magnetite, leaching for bauxite.
Explanation:
Vinegar is a 4-8% solution of acetic acid (CH₃COOH) in water. Formic acid is in ant sting, citric in citrus fruits, lactic in curd. Acetic acid is used as preservative and condiment.
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