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[#336] Limestone is an example of
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(B) Sedimentary rocks

Explanation

Solution: Limestone is an example of Sedimentary rocks. Limestone is a carbonate sedimentary rock that is often composed of the skeletal fragments of marine organisms such as coral, foraminifera, and molluscs. Its major materials are the minerals calcite and aragonite, which are different crystal forms of calcium carbonate (CaCO3).

[#337] The leading producer of coal in former Soviet Union is
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(A) Donetz basin

Explanation

Solution: The leading producer of coal in former Soviet Union is Donetz basin. Donets Basin, Ukrainian Donetskyy Baseyn, Russian Donetsky Basseyn, byname Donbas or Donbass, large mining and industrial region of southeastern Europe, notable for its large coal reserves.

[#338] The temperature at which the air is saturated is known as
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(D) Dew point

Explanation

Solution: The temperature at which the air is saturated is known as Dew point. Dew point temperature is defined as the temperature to which the air would have to cool (at constant pressure and constant water vapor content) in order to reach saturation. A state of saturation exists when the air is holding the maximum amount of water vapor possible at the existing temperature and pressure.

[#339] The busy port of Rotterdam is situated in ________
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(A) The Netherlands

Explanation

Solution: The busy port of Rotterdam is situated in The Netherlands. The Port of Rotterdam is Europe's largest seaport, and it is the second biggest city in The Netherlands.

[#340] Which of the following is known as 'golden fiber'?
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(C) Jute

Explanation

Solution: Jute is known as 'golden fiber'. Jute fiber is 100% bio-degradable and recyclable and thus environmentally friendly. It is a natural fiber with golden and silky shine and hence called The Golden Fiber.