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[#331] Hamburger effect is otherwise known as–
Correct Answer

(C) Chloride shift

Explanation

Solution: Chloride shift (also known as the Hamburger phenomenon or lineas phenomenon, named after Hartog Jakob Hamburger) is a process that occurs in a cardiovascular system and refers to the exchange of bicarbonate (HCO 3 - ) and chloride (Cl - ) across the membrane of red blood cells (RBCs).

[#332] The inert gas used as beacon light is
Correct Answer

(D) Ne

Explanation

Solution: Neon is used in neon discharge lamps and advertising signs because the neon lights are visible from long distances. Since the light of neon signs has a better penetrating power through fog and mist, the neon signs are also used in beacon lights for the safety of air and sea navigation.

[#333] The noble gas used in radiotherapy is
Correct Answer

(C) Radon

Explanation

Solution: Radon due to its radioactive nature is used in treatment of cancer (Radiotherapy).

[#334] Inert gases are
Correct Answer

(C) Chemically unreactive

Explanation

Solution: Inert gases are chemically unreactive.

[#335] Which one of the following does not form oxyacid ?
Correct Answer

(D) Fluorine

Explanation

Solution: Fluorine cannot form oxyacid because fluorine is more electronegative than oxygen. For oxygen to bind, it must be a positively charged ion.