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[#341] Friction can be reduced by changing from
Correct Answer
(B) sliding to rolling
Explanation
Solution: Friction can be reduced by changing from sliding to rolling. Replace sliding friction with rolling element friction, such as with the use of rolling element bearings.
[#342] During eleventh Antarctic Expedition in Nov. 1991/March 1992 ____ was installed.
Correct Answer
(C) SODAR (Sonic Detection And Ranging)
Explanation
Solution: SODAR (Sonic Detection And Ranging), also written as sodar, is a meteorological instrument also known as a wind profiler which measures the scattering of sound waves by atmospheric turbulence.
[#343] From the following, choose the set in which names of Secretary-Generals of the UNO are arranged in correct chronological order?
Correct Answer
(A) Trygve Lie, Dag Hammarskjoeld, U Thant, Kurt Waldheim.
Explanation
Solution: Trygve Lie, Dag Hammarskjoeld, U Thant, Kurt Waldheim is the correct chronological order of names of Secretary-Generals of the UNO.
[#344] Fire temple is the place of worship of which of the following religion?
Correct Answer
(D) Zoroastrianism (Parsi Religion)
Explanation
Solution: Fire temple is the place of worship of Zoroastrianism (Parsi Religion). A fire temple in Zoroastrianism is the place of worship for Zoroastrians, often called dar-e mehr (Persian) or agiyari (Gujarati). In the Zoroastrian religion, fire (see atar), together with clean water (see aban), are agents of ritual purity.
[#345] Which day is " World Teachers Day"?
Correct Answer
(B) Oct 5
Explanation
Solution: World Teachers' Day, also known as International Teachers Day, is held every year on October 5 to honor teachers and recognize their contributions to education and development. Many events are organized on this day (or a day around this date if necessary to avoid school holidays) to emphasize the importance of teachers and learning and to raise the profile and increase the awareness and understanding of the teaching profession and its importance.