World Facts and General Knowledge

A 'mickey' is indeed the unit used to measure mouse movement speed, where 1 mickey equals approximately 1/200 of an inch. It represents the smallest movement the mouse can detect.

A group of sheep is correctly called a 'flock'. Other collective terms for sheep include 'herd' or 'mob', but 'flock' is the most commonly used term.

Rome is historically known as the 'City of Seven Hills' because it was founded on seven hills: Palatine, Capitoline, Quirinal, Viminal, Esquiline, Caelian, and Aventine.

Norway is called the 'Land of the Midnight Sun' because during summer months, areas within the Arctic Circle experience 24 hours of daylight due to the country's northern latitude.

Thailand is known as the 'Land of White Elephants' because white (albino) elephants are considered sacred and highly revered in Thai culture and Buddhist tradition.

Belgium is called the 'Cockpit of Europe' because it has been the site of numerous major European battles throughout history, including Waterloo. Its central location made it a strategic battleground.

The Arthashastra is an ancient Indian treatise on statecraft, economics, and military strategy, written by Kautilya (also known as Chanakya) in the 3rd century BCE.

A poison is any substance that causes harm or death when introduced into or absorbed by a living organism. Option B correctly captures this broad definition - anything harmful to the body qualifies as poison. Option A is too narrow (poisons don't always kill), C is too specific (factory toxins are one type), and D refers specifically to venoms from animals, which are a subset of poisons.

A poison is any substance that causes harm or death when introduced into or absorbed by a living organism. Option B correctly captures this broad definition - anything harmful to the body qualifies as poison. Option A is too narrow (poisons don't always kill), C is too specific (factory toxins are one type), and D refers specifically to venoms from animals, which are a subset of poisons.

Botulinum neurotoxin, produced by Clostridium botulinum bacteria, is the most toxic substance known to humanity. An amount as small as 1 nanogram per kilogram can be lethal. Tetrodotoxin (from pufferfish) is extremely toxic but less potent than botulinum. Potassium cyanide is toxic but far less potent than either. Diphtheria is a bacterial disease, not a specific toxin.

The pufferfish (fugu) is considered the most poisonous sea creature due to its high concentration of tetrodotoxin, which is lethal even in tiny amounts. While stonefish have painful venom, box jellyfish (not listed) cause the most deaths, and sea snakes have potent venom, pufferfish toxin is exceptionally concentrated. The fish contains enough toxin to kill 30 adult humans.

The Inland Taipan (also called fierce snake) has the most toxic venom of any snake - one bite contains enough venom to kill 100 humans. However, it's rarely encountered and generally docile. King cobras deliver large quantities of venom but it's less toxic. Rattlesnakes and mambas have dangerous venoms but are not as potent as the taipan's.

The Brazilian wandering spider (Phoneutria) is widely considered the most venomous spider due to its highly potent neurotoxic venom that can cause respiratory failure and death. The Australian funnel-web spider is also extremely venomous but Brazilian wandering spider venom is considered more toxic. Black widows have dangerous venom but are less lethal. Option A appears to be a typo.

The King Cobra is the longest venomous snake in the world, capable of reaching lengths of 18-20 feet. It's the only venomous snake that builds a nest and guards its eggs. While black mambas are also long (up to 14 feet), they don't match the king cobra's length. Horned toads (actually lizards) are not venomous. Option D is likely a typo for Rattlesnake.

The Box Jellyfish (Chironex fleckeri) causes the most deaths among venomous sea creatures, responsible for more fatalities than sharks, crocodiles, and stonefish combined. Their venom causes cardiovascular collapse and can kill within minutes. While pufferfish are poisonous (not venomous), stonefish have painful stings, and blue-ringed octopus have deadly venom, box jellyfish cause the highest number of human fatalities.

The 16th SAARC (South Asian Association for Regional Cooperation) summit was held in Thimpu, Bhutan in April 2010. This was a significant meeting as it adopted the Thimpu Statement on Climate Change. Malé is the capital of Maldives, Islamabad of Pakistan, and Kathmandu of Nepal - all SAARC members but not the 2010 host.

Japan has consistently had the highest life expectancy in the world, averaging around 84-85 years. This is attributed to their diet (rich in fish, vegetables, and soy), excellent healthcare system, active lifestyle, and strong social support for elderly. While France, New Zealand, and Finland all have high life expectancies (typically 82-83 years), Japan maintains the top position globally.

India is the largest exporter of tea in the world by volume, exporting approximately 200-250 million kilograms annually. While China produces the most tea overall, much of it is consumed domestically. Sri Lanka (Ceylon) is a major exporter but produces less than India. Myanmar produces tea but is not a major exporter. India's tea industry dates back to British colonial times.

The Hooded Pitohui of New Guinea is the world's most poisonous bird, carrying batrachotoxin (the same potent neurotoxin found in poison dart frogs) in its skin and feathers. Touching it can cause numbness and burning. The Ifrita kowaldi also carries toxins but is less toxic. Little shrike-thrush and parakeets are not poisonous. This is a rare example of poisonous birds.