Chemistry MCQs

Chemistry Objective (Multiple Choice) General Knowledge Questions & Answers for SSC-CGL, UPPSC, UPSC, NDA, CDS and UPSC Civil Services Prelims Examination.

1. Which among the following compound is most commonly used in the Photochromic lenses?
[A] Potassium Dichromate
[B] Silver Chloride
[C] Potassium ferrate
[D] Ferric Chloride

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2. What happens to ozone’s volume when it is heated?
[A] Increases
[B] Decreases
[C] Remains unchanged
[D] First increases, then decreases

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3. Which acid is described as HOOCCOOH?
[A] Oxalic Acid
[B] Acetic Acid
[C] Carbonic Acid
[D] Citric Acid

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4. What is the primary use of Phenolphthalein in chemistry?
[A] A Solvent
[B] A Dye
[C] A Catalyst
[D] A Detergent

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5. What is the number of naturally occurring Halogens in the periodic table?
[A] 3
[B] 4
[C] 5
[D] 6

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6. The Potassium graphite and Calcium Graphite can be mostly used as which among the following?
[A] Moderators
[B] Semiconductors
[C] Superconductors
[D] Lubricants

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7. Which among the following is correct statement about both rusting of iron and respiration?
[A] Both are exothermic reactions
[B] Both are endothermic reactions
[C] While Rusting is endothermic, respiration is exothermic
[D] While Rusting is exothermic, respiration is endothermic

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8. PAN (Peroxyacetyl nitrate) is a secondary gaseous compound found in _?
[A] Classical smog
[B] Volatile organic compound
[C] Photochemical smog
[D] Green manure

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9. Which among the following impurity in drinking water causes the “Bamboo Spine” disorder?
[A] Nitrate
[B] Fluorides
[C] Arsenic
[D] Sulphides

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10. Which of the following chemicals is called Philosopher’s Wool?
[A] Brimstone
[B] Zinc oxide
[C] Magnesium hydroxide
[D] Potassium nitrate

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