USN 1MJ22CS109 to 1MJ22CS121
1. What is the basic unit of life?
a. Atom
b. Molecule
c. Cell
d. Organism
2. Which of the following structures is found in both prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells?
a. Nucleus
b. Mitochondria
c. Ribosomes
d. Golgi apparatus
3. What is the function of the plasma membrane?
A. Energy production
B. Protein synthesis
C. Selective permeability
D. DNA replication
4. Which organelle is responsible for energy production in the cell
A. Lysosome
B. Golgi apparatus
C. Mitochondrion
D. Endoplasmic reticulum
5. What is the functional unit of the kidney?
A. Nephron
B. Glomerulus
C. Renal cortex
D. Renal medulla
6. Which part of the nephron is responsible for the reabsorption of water?
A. Glomerulus
B. Proximal tubule
C. Loop of Henle
D. Distal tubule
7. What substance is primarily excreted by the kidneys?
A. Oxygen
B. Carbon dioxide
C. Urea
D. Glucose
8. Which part of the kidney collects urine before it passes into the ureter?
A. Nephron
B. Glomerulus
C. Renal pelvis
D. Loop of Henle
9. Which vessels carry blood away from the heart?
A. Veins
B. Capillaries
C. Arteries
D. Lymphatic vessels
10. What is the role of the heart valves?
A. Regulating blood pressure
B. Preventing backflow of blood
C. Oxygenating blood
D. Filtering waste products
11. What is the primary function of the lungs?
A. Pumping blood
B. Filtering waste
C. Exchanging gases
D. Producing hormones
12. Which part of the respiratory system is the site of gas exchange?
A. Trachea
B. Bronchi
C. Alveoli
D. Larynx
13. What gas is taken in by the lungs during inhalation?
A. Carbon dioxide
B. Nitrogen
C. Oxygen
D. Hydrogen
14. Which muscle plays a key role in the process of breathing?
A. Diaphragm
B. Biceps
C. Pectorals
D. Triceps
15. What is the main carbohydrate used in cellulose-based water filters?
A. Glucose
B. Cellulose
C. Sucrose
D. Starch
16. What is a primary benefit of using cellulose in water filters?
A. High cost
B. Biodegradability
C. Non-renewable source
D. Toxicity
17. What does PHA stand for in the context of bioplastics?
A. Polyhydroxyalkanoates
B. Polyhydroxyacids
C. Polyhydroxylamines
D. Polyhydroxyamines
18. Which bioplastic is derived from renewable resources such as corn starch?
A. PHA
B. PLA (Polylactic Acid)
C. PVC
D. PET
19. What is a key advantage of using PLA in bioplastics?
A. High melting point
B. Non-biodegradability
C. Compostability
D. High toxicity
20. Which type of nucleic acid is commonly used in mRNA vaccines?
A. DNA
B. RNA
C. tRNA
D. rRNA
USN 1MJ22CS124 to 1MJ22CS135
1. What is the role of nucleic acids in diagnostic tests such as PCR?
A. Protein synthesis
B. Amplifying genetic material
C. Energy storage
D. Structural support
2. Which nucleic acid technology was pivotal in the rapid development of COVID-19 vaccines?
a. 2DNA sequencing
b. CRISPR
c. mRNA technology
d. RNA interference
3. Which protein is commonly used as a meat substitute in vegetarian food products?
a. Casein
b. Albumin
c. Gluten
d. Soy protein
4. What is the role of enzymes (which are proteins) in cheese production?
A. Flavoring agent
B. Coagulant
C. Coloring agent
D. None of the above
5. Which protein is used to improve the texture and elasticity of bread dough?
E. Keratin
F. Myosin
G. Gluten
H. Collagen
6. What is a common source of lipids for biodiesel production?
a. Mineral oil
b. Plant oils.
c. Synthetic polymers.
d. Petrochemicals
7. Which type of lipid is primarily used in the production of biodiesel?
a. Triglycerides
b. Phospholipids
c. Steroids
d. Waxes
8. Why are lipids important in detergent formulations?
a. They provide color
b. They act as surfactants
c. They give fragrance
d. They stabilize pH
9. What is the main function of enzymes in biosensors?
a. Signal amplification
b. Energy production
c. Catalyzing specific reactions
d. Structural support
10. Which enzyme is commonly used in glucose biosensors for diabetes monitoring?
a. Lactase
b. Glucose oxidase
c. Amylase
d. Pepsin
11. How do enzymes enhance the sensitivity of biosensors?
a. By increasing the size of the sensor
b. By accelerating the reaction with the target molecule
c. By changing the color of the sensor
d. By providing electrical insulation
12. Which field combines biological research with computer science to solve complex biological
problems?
A. Bioprinting
B. Bioinformatics
C. Bioremediation
D. Biomining
13. What is the role of scaffolds in tissue engineering?
A. Delivering drugs to tissues
B. Providing a template for tissue regeneration
C. Enhancing genetic modification
D. Monitoring cell growth.
14. Which technology is revolutionizing personalized medicine through detailed genetic
analysis?
A. CRISPR
B. Bioconcrete
C. Bioremediation
D. Bioprinting
15. Which innovation uses genetic material to create programmable nanoscale structures?
A. Biocomputing
B. DNA origami
C. Electronic tongue
D. Bioprinting
16. How does bioimaging contribute to medical diagnostics?
A. By enhancing drug delivery
B. By providing detailed images of internal structures
C. By synthesizing new biomaterials
D. By creating genetic modifications
17. What is a potential application of bioprinting in medicine?
A. Creating prosthetics
B. Printing human organs for transplantation
C. Developing new vaccines
D. Enhancing photosynthesis
18. Which feature of plant burrs inspired the invention of Velcro?
A. Smooth surface
B. Sticky residue
C. Hook-like structures
D. Colorful appearance
19. Which part of the bird's wing helps in creating lift?
A. Feathers
B. Wingtip
C. Alula
D. Talon
20. Which pigment is essential for the process of photosynthesis?
A. Hemoglobin
B. Melanin
C. Chlorophyll
D. Keratin
USN 1MJ22135-1MJ22150
1. Who invented Velcro after studying plant burrs?
A. Thomas Edison
B. George de Mestral
C. Alexander Graham Bell
D. Nikola Tesla
2. What is the main carbohydrate used in cellulose-based water filters?
A. Glucose
B. Cellulose
C. Sucrose
D. Starch
3. What is a primary benefit of using cellulose in water filters?
A. High cost
B. Biodegradability
C. Non-renewable source
D. Toxicity
4. Which property of cellulose makes it effective in water filtration?
A. Hydrophobicity
B. Porosity
C. Non-polarity
D. Solubility
5. What does PHA stand for in the context of bioplastics
A. Polyhydroxyalkanoates
B. Polyhydroxyacids
C. Polyhydroxylamines
D. Polyhydroxyamines
6. Which bioplastic is derived from renewable resources such as corn starch?
A. PHA
B. PLA (Polylactic Acid)
C. PVC
D. PET
7. What is a key advantage of using PLA in bioplastics?
A. High melting point
B. Non-biodegradability
C. Compostability
D. High toxicity
8. Which type of nucleic acid is commonly used in mRNA vaccines?
A. DNA
B. RNA
C. tRNA
D. rRNA
9. Which technique is commonly used in bioimaging to visualize internal body structures?
a. MRI
b. PCR
c. Gel electrophoresis
d. Centrifugation
10. How does artificial intelligence enhance disease diagnosis through bioimaging?
a. By increasing image resolution
b. By automating image analysis and pattern recognition
c. By reducing imaging costs
d. By improving patient comfort during imaging
11. What is a key benefit of using AI in bioimaging for disease diagnosis?
a. Manual image inspection
b. Subjective analysis
c. Faster and more accurate diagnosis
d. Higher radiation exposure
12. What is bioconcrete primarily used for?
a. Reducing CO2 emissions
b. Self-healing cracks in concrete structures
c. Enhancing the strength of metals
d. Insulating buildings
13. Which organism is typically used in the production of bioconcrete?
a. Algae
b. Bacteria
c. Fungi
d. Yeast
14. What is a major advantage of using bioconcrete in construction?
a. High initial cost.
b. Limited availability
c. Reduced maintenance costs
d. High environmental impact
15. What is bioremediation?
a. The use of plants to absorb pollutants
b. The use of microorganisms to break down environmental pollutants
c. The use of chemicals to clean up spills
d. The use of filters to remove contaminants
16. Which microorganism is commonly used in bioremediation?
a. Escherichia coli
b. Pseudomonas
c. Saccharomyces cerevisiae
d. Bacillus thuringiensis
17. What is a major benefit of bioremediation?
a. High cost
b. Environmentally friendly
c. Slow process
d. Requires harsh chemicals
18. What is the primary function of hormones?
A. Catalyzing biochemical reactions
B. Storing energy
C. Regulating physiological processes
D. Providing structural support
19. Which part of the brain is responsible for controlling voluntary movements?
a. Cerebellum
b. Cerebrum
c. Medulla oblongata
d. Pons
20. Which hormone regulates blood sugar levels?
a. Thyroxine
b. Insulin
c. Adrenaline
d. Cortisol
USN 1MJ22CS151-1MJ22CS162 and USN 11MJ21CS65, 1MJ21CS182, 1MJ22CS210, 1MJ22CS211
1MJ23CS402-1MJ23CS423
1. What is the main function of lipids in the body?
A. Catalyzing biochemical reactions
B. Storing genetic information
C. Energy storage and insulation
D. Transporting oxygen
2. Which of the following is a type of lipid?
A. Cellulose
B. Glycogen
C. Cholesterol
D. Hemoglobin
3. Which lipid is a major component of cell membranes?
A. Triglycerides
B. Phospholipids
C. Steroids
D. Waxes
4. What is the primary function of enzymes?
A. Providing structural support
B. Storing energy
C. Catalyzing biochemical reactions
D. Transporting molecules
5. Which of the following can affect enzyme activity?
A. Temperature
B. pH
C. Substrate concentration
D. All of the above
6. What is the term for the specific region of an enzyme where the substrate binds?
A. Active site
B. Allosteric site
C. Binding pocket
D. Catalytic core
7. What is the primary function of vitamins in the body?
A. Providing energy
B. Acting as coenzymes
C. Storing genetic information
D. Forming cell membranes
8. Which vitamin is essential for blood clotting?
a. Vitamin A
b. Vitamin D
c. Vitamin K
d. Vitamin C
9. Which vitamin is important for vision?
a. Vitamin A
b. Vitamin B12
c. Vitamin D
d. Vitamin E
10. What is the primary function of hormones?
a. Catalyzing biochemical reactions
b. Storing energy
c. Regulating physiological processes
d. Providing structural support
11. Which hormone regulates blood sugar levels?
a. Thyroxine
b. Insulin
c. Adrenaline
d. Cortisol
12. Which gland produces the hormone cortisol?
a. Thyroid gland
b. Pituitary gland
c. Adrenal gland
d. Pancreas
13. What part of the eye functions similarly to the lens of a camera?
a. Retina
b. Cornea
c. Iris
d. Lens
14. Which part of the eye is responsible for detecting light and converting it into neural signals?
a. Cornea
b. Pupil
c. Retina
d. Sclera
15. What structure in the eye adjusts the amount of light entering?
a. Lens
b. Iris
c. Cornea
d. Retina
16. Which cells in the retina are responsible for color vision?
a. Rod cells
b. Cone cells
c. Ganglion cells
d. Bipolar cells