Daily GK Challenge

More practice: Science & Technology GK

5 more SSC / Banking questions from the same chapter, with step-by-step solutions. Try each one, then reveal the answer.

1. Q1easy

   The unit of electrical resistance is the:

   • AAmpere
   • BOhm
   • CVolt
   • DWatt
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   Correct answer: (B) Ohm

   Resistance is measured in Ohms (Ω), named after Georg Simon Ohm.

2. Q2easy

   The speed of light in vacuum is approximately:

   • A3 × 10⁶ m/s
   • B3 × 10⁸ m/s
   • C3 × 10¹⁰ m/s
   • D3 × 10⁴ m/s
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   Correct answer: (B) 3 × 10⁸ m/s

   Speed of light c ≈ 3 × 10⁸ m/s.

3. Q3easy

   Which planet is known as the 'Red Planet'?

   • AJupiter
   • BMars
   • CVenus
   • DSaturn
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   Correct answer: (B) Mars

   Mars appears red due to iron oxide (rust) on its surface.

4. Q4easy

   DNA stands for:

   • ADeoxyribonucleic Acid
   • BDiribose Nucleic Acid
   • CDeoxyribonitric Acid
   • DDiabosenucleic Acid
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   Correct answer: (A) Deoxyribonucleic Acid

   DNA = Deoxyribonucleic Acid, the molecule carrying genetic instructions.

5. Q5easy

   Which gas is used in fire extinguishers?

   • AOxygen
   • BCarbon dioxide
   • CNitrogen
   • DHydrogen
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   Correct answer: (B) Carbon dioxide

   Carbon dioxide (CO₂) is commonly used in fire extinguishers — it displaces oxygen and smothers the fire.