General Science Jkssb Biology Set 1 Mcqs (605 MCQs) | JKSSB & SSC Quiz

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jkssb biology set 1 mcqs

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Question 361 Discuss

Which part of the human eye is transplanted during 'Corneal Transplantation'

A
Lens
B
Retina
C
Cornea
D
Iris

Answer & Explanation

Correct Option: C

The cornea is the transparent front part of the eye that can be replaced if it becomes scarred or diseased.
Question 362 Discuss

Identify the incorrect statement regarding 'Enzymes'

A
They are proteinaceous in nature
B
They are consumed during the chemical reaction
C
They lower the activation energy of the reaction
D
They are temperature and pH sensitive

Answer & Explanation

Correct Option: B

Enzymes act as catalysts; they participate in but are not consumed or changed by the reaction.
Question 363 Discuss

The process by which DNA creates an RNA copy is known as

A
Replication
B
Transcription
C
Translation
D
Reverse Transcription

Answer & Explanation

Correct Option: B

Transcription occurs in the nucleus where a segment of DNA is copied into mRNA by RNA polymerase.
Question 364 Discuss

Which of the following is a symptom of 'Sickle Cell Anemia'

A
Excessive bleeding from small cuts
B
Abnormal hemoglobin causing crescent-shaped RBCs
C
High white blood cell count
D
Failure of liver function

Answer & Explanation

Correct Option: B

A point mutation in the beta-globin gene causes RBCs to become stiff and sickle-shaped, blocking blood flow.
Question 365 Discuss

The human 'Tailbone' is scientifically known as the

A
Sacrum
B
Coccyx
C
Femur
D
Tibia

Answer & Explanation

Correct Option: B

The coccyx is a small, triangular bone at the base of the spinal column and is a vestigial structure.
Question 366 Discuss

Which endocrine gland is active in childhood but shrinks significantly after puberty

A
Thyroid gland
B
Thymus gland
C
Adrenal gland
D
Pituitary gland

Answer & Explanation

Correct Option: B

The thymus is essential for T-cell development in early life and undergoes atrophy (involution) as one ages.
Question 367 Discuss

Which of the following is the 'Universal Recipient' blood group

A
O Positive
B
AB Positive
C
O Negative
D
AB Negative

Answer & Explanation

Correct Option: B

AB positive blood lacks antibodies for A, B, and Rh, allowing it to receive any blood type safely.
Question 368 Discuss

In the process of 'Glycolysis' one molecule of glucose is broken down into

A
Two molecules of Ethanol
B
Two molecules of Pyruvate
C
One molecule of Lactic acid
D
Six molecules of CO2

Answer & Explanation

Correct Option: B

Glycolysis occurs in the cytoplasm and yields a net of 2 ATP and 2 Pyruvate molecules.
Question 369 Discuss

The primary component of 'Honey' is which type of sugar

A
Sucrose
B
Maltose
C
Fructose
D
Galactose

Answer & Explanation

Correct Option: C

Honey is a mixture of sugars, primarily fructose and glucose.
Question 370 Discuss

The 'Montreal Protocol' signed in 1987 is primarily related to

A
Global Warming
B
Ozone layer depletion
C
Biodiversity conservation
D
Wetlands protection

Answer & Explanation

Correct Option: B

This international treaty was designed to phase out the production of substances responsible for ozone depletion.