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9 questions · 2001 · answers as per the UPSC key
Which of the following cell organelles play the most significant role in protein synthesis?
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The cellular and molecular control of programmed cell death is known as
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Which organelle in the cell, other than nucleus, contains DNA?
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Epiphytes are plants which depend on other plants for
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Antigen is a substance which
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Match List I with List II
and select the correct answer using the codes given below the Lists:
List I (Bone) I. Breast-bone II. Collar-bone III. Knee-cap IV. Shoulder blade
List II (Name) A) Clavicle B) Patella C) Scapula D) Sternum
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Consider the following statements: I. Tapeworm is a hermaphrodite. II. Round-worm has separate sexes. III. Filaria is caused by a nematode. IV. Guinea worm is an annelid.
Which of these are correct?
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A man whose blood group is not known meets with a serious accident and needs blood transfusion immediately. Which one of the blood groups mentioned below and readily available in the hospital will be safe for transfusion?
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Match List I with List II
and select the correct answer using the codes given below the Lists:
List I (Substance) I. Ptyalin II. Pepsin III. Renin IV. Oxytocin
List II (Physiological role) A) Converts angiotensinogen in blood into angiotensin B) Digests starch C) Digests proteins D) Hydrolyses fats E) Induces contraction of smooth muscles