General Science Jkssb Chemistry Set 1 Mcqs (504 MCQs) | JKSSB & SSC Quiz

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Question 231 Discuss

The 'Gold Number' is related to which of the following properties of colloids?

A
electrophoresis
B
protective power
C
coagulation
D
tyndall effect

Answer & Explanation

Correct Option: B

The Gold Number measures the protective action of lyophilic colloids in preventing the coagulation of a gold sol.
Question 232 Discuss

What is the oxidation number of Chromium in K2Cr2O7?

A
+3
B
+5
C
+6
D
+7

Answer & Explanation

Correct Option: C

2(+1) + 2x + 7(-2) = 0 results in 2x = 12, so x = +6.
Question 233 Discuss

Which of the following fuels has the highest calorific value?

A
coal
B
petrol
C
lpg
D
hydrogen

Answer & Explanation

Correct Option: D

Hydrogen has the highest calorific value (approx 150 kJ/g), making it a highly efficient fuel.
Question 234 Discuss

Which catalyst is used in the manufacture of Sulphuric acid by the Contact process?

A
iron
B
platinum or vanadium pentoxide
C
nickel
D
manganese dioxide

Answer & Explanation

Correct Option: B

Vanadium pentoxide (V2O5) is commonly used to catalyze the oxidation of SO2 to SO3.
Question 235 Discuss

Which law states that at constant temperature, the solubility of a gas in a liquid is directly proportional to its partial pressure?

A
boyles law
B
charles law
C
henrys law
D
daltons law

Answer & Explanation

Correct Option: C

Henry's Law explains the effect of pressure on gas solubility in liquids, relevant for carbonated drinks.
Question 236 Discuss

Bakelite is a polymer of:

A
ethylene glycol and phthalic acid
B
phenol and formaldehyde
C
vinyl chloride
D
adipic acid and hexamethylenediamine

Answer & Explanation

Correct Option: B

Bakelite is a thermosetting phenol-formaldehyde resin used for electrical switches and pot handles.
Question 237 Discuss

Which of the following is responsible for the 'rotten egg' smell of sewer gas?

A
ammonia
B
methane
C
hydrogen sulphide
D
carbon monoxide

Answer & Explanation

Correct Option: C

Hydrogen Sulphide (H2S) is a colorless gas with a characteristic odor of decaying organic matter.
Question 238 Discuss

When an iron nail is dipped in copper sulphate solution, the color of the solution changes from blue to green due to the formation of:

A
copper oxide
B
iron sulphate
C
iron oxide
D
copper chloride

Answer & Explanation

Correct Option: B

Iron is more reactive than copper; it displaces copper from CuSO4 to form light-green FeSO4.
Question 239 Discuss

Which of the following acids is present in red ants?

A
acetic acid
B
citric acid
C
formic acid
D
oxalic acid

Answer & Explanation

Correct Option: C

Formic acid (Methanoic acid) is injected by red ants when they bite.
Question 240 Discuss

The radioactive element most commonly used in cardiac pacemakers is:

A
uranium-235
B
plutonium-238
C
radium-226
D
deuterium

Answer & Explanation

Correct Option: B

Plutonium-238 is used in radioisotope thermoelectric generators for long-lived medical devices.