Dengue virus is known to cause low platelet count in blood of patient by :

1. interfering in the process of platelet production in bone marrow
2. infecting endothelial cells
3. binding with platelets
4. accumulating platelets in intestine

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The Germplasm is required for the propagation of plants and animals. Germplasm is the :

1. genetic resources
2. seeds or tissues for breeding
3. egg and sperm repository
4. a germ cell's determining zone

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Methyl Isocyanate gas, which was involved in the disaster in Bhopal in December 1984, was used in the Union Carbide factory for production of :

The handle of pressure cookers is made of plastic because it should be made non-conductor of heat. The plastic used there is the first man-made plastic, which is :

Which of the following statements regarding Mediterranean and Monsoon climate is / are correct

1. Precipitation in Mediaterranean climate is in winter while in Monsoon climate it is mostly in summer
2. The annual range of temperature in Mediterranean climate is higher than the Monsoon climate
3. Rainy and dry season are found in both the climates

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Consider the following statements regarding laterite soils of India :

1. Laterite soils are generally red in colour
2. Laterite soils are rich in nitrogen and potash
3. Laterite soils are well developed in Rajasthan and UP
4. Tapioca and cashew nuts grow well in this soil

Which of the statements given above is are correct