Indian army has published the notification for SSC Tech 56 men and SSC Tech 27 women for the course commencing at OTA Chennai from April 2021
Why are Bacteriophages seen as a possible therapy against multi-drug-resistant strains of many bacteria?
1. These are ubiquitous viruses found wherever bacteria exist and can kill bacteria.
2. They do not contain any RNA or DNA and thus cannot be infected by bacteria.
Select the correct answer code:
1 only
2 only
Both 1 and 2
Neither 1 nor 2
2) Consider the following statements regarding CRISPR-Cas9.
1. CRISPR technology allows to easily alter DNA sequences and modify gene function.
2. It can be used to correct sickle cell anemia, a genetic blood disorder.
3. Gene editing systems does not occur naturally in organisms.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
1, 2
1, 3
1, 2 and 3
DNA Profiling is used in which of the following areas?
1. Criminal investigations
2. Parentage testing
3. Genealogical research
4. Study of animal and plant populations
1, 2, 3
1, 3, 4
2, 3, 4
1, 2, 3, 4
Which of the following are considered as main drivers of antimicrobial resistance?
1. Misuse and overuse of antimicrobials
2. Lack of access to clean water and hygiene for animals
3. Poor infection and disease prevention in health-care facilities
1, 2 only
1, 3 only
2, 3 only
Which of the characteristics of Graphene make it so special to the global electronics industry?
1. It is only one atom thick.
2. It is a carbon material with high conductivity.
3. It is the strongest material ever tested.
4. It is highly opaque considering its darkness.
1,2 and 3
2, 4 only
1, 3, 4 only
1, 2, 3 and 4