Question
Which chemical compound is commonly used for artificial
ripening of mangoes?Solution
Calcium carbide (CaCâ‚‚) is widely used for artificially ripening mangoes. When calcium carbide comes in contact with moisture, it produces acetylene gas, which functions similarly to ethylene, the natural ripening agent. However, calcium carbide is carcinogenic and its use for fruit ripening poses serious health risks, including neurological disorders, ulcers, hypoxia, and memory loss.
Satish heard it from the horse's mouth means:
The __________ wore a gold armor and fought bravely.Â
She is known to be frank and always speaks her mind.
- Select the most appropriate meaning of the bold word in the given sentence.
She is a philatelist and has a rare collection of vintage stamps.
... Choose the word that is nearest in meaning to the bold word:
Pernicious
Perpetual
Find the appropriate answer.
Select the word which means the same as the group of words given.
Be harmonious or consistent with
Which of the following sentences is correct?
In each question below, four words printed in bold type are given. These are numbered (A), (B), (C) and (D). One these words printed in bold might eith...