Chemistry MCQs

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

1. A Gold Ring which is 50% pure. Its purity can be alternatively shown as __:
[A] 18 Carat
[B] 18 Karat
[C] 12 Carat
[D] 12 Karat

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2. Which iron ore contains the highest percentage of iron content?
[A] Hematite
[B] Siderite
[C] Magnetite
[D] Limonite

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3. Which among the following is an example of a Chemical Change?
[A] Rusting of iron
[B] Magnetisation of iron
[C] Melting of iron
[D] Heating of iron

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4. Which among the following is the objective of the Methyl tert-butyl ether (MTBE) mixing with Petroleum? 
[A] Raise Octane Number
[B] Antioxidant Stabilizer
[C] Lead Scavanger
[D] Fuel Dye

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5. Which among the following happens in an oxidation reaction ?
[A] Electrons are gained
[B] Electrons are lost
[C] Protons are gained
[D] Protons are lost

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6. Which among the following substances is most suitable for making Compact Discs?
[A] PVC
[B] Polyethylene
[C] Polyamides
[D] Polycarbonates

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7. Which among the following kinds of glass is used generally in making of the Bullet proof screens?
[A] Pyrex glass
[B] Jena glass
[C] Reinforced Glass
[D] Flint Glass

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8. Galena & Litharge are ores of which of the following metals?
[A] Mercury
[B] Zinc
[C] Copper
[D] Lead

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9. Calcium Magnesium Silicate is commonly called as ________?
[A] Asbestos
[B] Borax
[C] Baking Soda
[D] Washing Soda

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10. Consider the following:

  1. Cinnabar is also known as mercurblende
  2. The color of Cinnabar varies from dull grey to bright green
  3. Cinnabar is the most common source ore for refining elemental mercury
  4. Cinnabar is the historic source for the brilliant blue pigment termed azure

Which of the statements given above are correct?

[A] Only 1 and 3
[B] Only 2 and 4
[C] 1, 3 and 4
[D] All Four

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