Science General · Chemistry

Materials and Their Applications

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Materials and Their Applications questions examine the properties and uses of raw materials like ceramics, cement, clay, and glass. This topic is a core component of general science in SSC, railways, and technical exams. Review these questions to master the practical applications of various compounds.

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Materials and Their Applications Questions

Multiple choice

In what mixture is the thread of the patang coated?

  1. Powdered glass, glue and color

  2. Powdered glass and glue

  3. Glue and baby powder

Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

The thread used for kite fighting (manja) is coated with a mixture of glue and powdered glass to make it sharp for cutting other kites.

Multiple choice

The typical Indian villager home is made of:

  1. marble

  2. mud and straw

  3. concrete

  4. brick
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
B Correct answer
Explanation

Traditional Indian village homes, especially in rural areas, are typically made of mud and thatched roofs with straw. This construction method uses locally available materials, provides natural insulation, and reflects vernacular architectural practices.

Multiple choice some important compounds of magnesium and calcium the s-block elements chemistry

Magnesium oxide is not used in:

  1. refractive industry

  2. medicine

  3. construction

  4. none of these
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
D Correct answer
Explanation
Option $(D)$ is correct.
Magnesium oxide is a mineral supplement used to treat or prevent low levels of magnesium in the blood. Magnesium is important for many systems in the body, but it is especially vital for healthy muscles and bones. Some people use it as an antacid to relieve heartburn, sour stomach, or acid indigestion. It also may be used as a laxative for short-term, rapid emptying of the bowel. It  is available without a prescription.
Multiple choice some important compounds of magnesium and calcium the s-block elements chemistry

Which of the following represents the use(s) of Sorel's cement?

  1. It is used as a dental stopping

  2. It is used as finish for plaster

  3. It is used for cementing glass and metal together

  4. All of the above
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
D Correct answer
Explanation

The following represents the use(s) of Sorel's cement.

  1. It sets to a hard white mass. Hence, it is used as a dental stopping.
  2. It takes a very good polish and is used as a finish for plaster.
  3. It is used for cementing glass and metal together.

Multiple choice

Diamond is most commonly used in...

  1. Car Wheels

  2. Jewellery

  3. Cutting Tools and Drills

  4. Cooking
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
C Correct answer
Explanation

Due to its extreme hardness, diamond is widely used in industrial applications such as cutting tools, drill bits, and abrasives.

Multiple choice chemistry metals chemical properties and uses of metals and non-metals introduction to metals physical properties of non-metals

Carbon in the form of .................. can be used in preparation of pencil.

  1. graphite

  2. dry ice

  3. both a and b

  4. none of the above
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

Graphite contains carbon atoms in hexagonal rings, which are joined to form layers. Graphite is a good conductor of heat and electricity. Since graphite contains free electrons, it is a good conductor of heat and electricity. Carbon in the form of graphite is useful in the preparation of pencils.

Multiple choice distribution of metallic minerals in india geography how is iron made? mineral fuels non renewable resources

Which one of the following industries uses limestone as a raw material.

  1. Steel

  2. Cement

  3. Sugar

  4. Jute
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
B Correct answer
Explanation

Solution: Limestone is mainly used as a raw material in cement industries. It is used as a building material, and to purify iron in blast furnaces. It's also used in the manufacture of glass, and of cement.

Multiple choice

In general, the best materials for food equipment and utensils are:

  1. Aluminum, Plastic, wood , non corrosive material

  2. Plastic mold free material, Iron and cooper.

  3. Rust resistant, non toxic, easy to clean, smooth resistan to cracking,imper

  4. Approved materials by the FDEA Agency
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
C Correct answer
Explanation

Food contact surfaces must be made of materials that are safe, durable, non-absorbent, and easy to clean, such as stainless steel or approved plastics.

Multiple choice chemistry mix and separate different types of mixtures homogenous and heterogenous mixtures all about mixtures

In construction of a building, which of the following is used?

  1. Water

  2. Cement

  3. Both A and B

  4. None of these
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
C Correct answer
Explanation

In chemistry, a mixture is a material system made up of two or more different substances which are mixed but are not combined chemically. A mixture refers to the physical combination of two or more substances on which the identities are retained and are mixed in the form of solutions, suspensions, and colloids.

Note that a mixture:

  • consists of two or more different elements and/or compounds physically intermingled,
  • can be separated into its components by physical means, and
  • often retains many of the properties of its components.
Cement is a mixture used in construction.