MCQ Unit - 5 GT
MCQ Unit - 5 GT
MCQ Unit - 5 GT
19. What is one of the primary uses of zinc oxide (ZnO) nanoparticles in water
treatment?
- a) Disinfection and antimicrobial activity
- b) Heavy metal removal
- c) Membrane filtration
- d) Catalysis
Answer: a) Disinfection and antimicrobial activity
20. Magnetic nanomaterials in water treatment are beneficial because they:
- a) Improve adsorption efficiency
- b) Can be easily separated by applying a magnetic field
- c) Enhance photodegradation of contaminants
- d) Reduce the cost of filtration systems
Answer: b) Can be easily separated by applying a magnetic field
6. Which of the following nanomaterials has shown great potential for use in
energy storage devices like batteries?
- a) Gold nanoparticles
- b) Silicon nanowires
- c) Titanium dioxide (TiO₂)
- d) Zinc oxide
Answer: b) Silicon nanowires
9. Which nanomaterial is known for its high conductivity and is being used to
develop better energy storage solutions?
- a) Titanium dioxide
- b) Graphene
- c) Silver nanoparticles
- d) Zinc oxide
Answer: b) Graphene
11. Which renewable energy source benefits from nanocoatings that reduce
friction and increase efficiency?
- a) Solar energy
- b) Wind energy
- c) Biomass energy
- d) Geothermal energy
Answer: b) Wind energy
15. Quantum dots are nanomaterials that are used in solar cells to:
- a) Increase energy loss
- b) Convert a broader range of sunlight into electricity
- c) Increase the size of solar panels
- d) Decrease electron mobility
Answer: b) Convert a broader range of sunlight into electricity
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2. Which nanomaterial is widely used for the removal of heavy metals from
contaminated water?
- a) Silver nanoparticles
- b) Iron oxide nanoparticles
- c) Gold nanoparticles
- d) Carbon nanotubes (CNTs)
Answer: b) Iron oxide nanoparticles
7. Carbon nanotubes (CNTs) are used in water treatment for their ability to:
- a) Filter out solid particles
- b) Adsorb organic and inorganic pollutants
- c) Reduce the temperature of water
- d) Increase water hardness
Answer: b) Adsorb organic and inorganic pollutants
11. Which nanomaterial is commonly used to treat oil spills and other organic
contaminants?
- a) Gold nanoparticles
- b) Silver nanoparticles
- c) Nanoclays
- d) Zinc oxide nanoparticles
Answer: c) Nanoclays
16. Which of the following is a key challenge in the use of nanotechnology for
environmental remediation?
- a) Limited access to nanomaterials
- b) Potential toxicity and environmental impact of nanoparticles
- c) Inefficient contaminant removal
- d) Slow reaction rates
Answer: b) Potential toxicity and environmental impact of nanoparticles
20. Nanomaterials like nanoscale zinc oxide (ZnO) are used in environmental
remediation for:
- a) Water purification and pollutant degradation
- b) Enhancing soil nutrient content
- c) Improving plant growth rates
- d) Lowering groundwater levels
Answer: a) Water purification and pollutant degradation
15. Nanotechnology can substitute for harmful solvents in fuel cells by using:
- a) Nanocatalysts for more efficient energy conversion
- b) Carbon nanotubes for increasing pollution
- c) Silver nanoparticles for storing toxic waste
- d) Zinc nanoparticles for producing more emissions
Answer: a) Nanocatalysts for more efficient energy conversion
18. Gold nanoparticles are explored as substitutes for toxic materials in which
application?
- a) Heavy metal extraction
- b) Catalysis in chemical reactions
- c) Oil drilling chemicals
- d) Firefighting foams
Answer: b) Catalysis in chemical reactions
20. How does nanotechnology contribute to reducing the need for harmful
chemical preservatives in food packaging?
- a) By using nanoparticles that enhance the shelf life of food without chemical
additives
- b) By making food more toxic
- c) By requiring more chemical preservatives
- d) By increasing packaging waste
Answer: a) By using nanoparticles that enhance the shelf life of food without
chemical additives
19. Which of the following measures can mitigate the environmental risks
associated with nanotechnology?
- a) Increased regulation and standardized testing protocols
- b) Unregulated production of nanomaterials
- c) Decreased research funding for nanotechnology
- d) Eliminating public awareness campaigns
Answer: a) Increased regulation and standardized testing protocols
20. Which of the following strategies can help address concerns about the
environmental impact of nanotechnology?
- a) Comprehensive lifecycle assessments of nanomaterials
- b) Ignoring the potential risks
- c) Using more nanomaterials without evaluation
- d) Avoiding research on nanotechnology applications
Answer: a) Comprehensive lifecycle assessments of nanomaterials
2. Assess the environmental and economic challenges associated with the use of
nanotechnology in renewable energy systems. How can these challenges be
addressed to ensure sustainable development of nanotechnology in green
energy?
3.Discuss the role of nanotechnology in the remediation of heavy metal
contamination in water. Illustrate your answer with specific examples of
nanomaterials used and their mechanisms of action.
4.Evaluate the potential of nanotechnology in improving the efficiency of waste
management systems. Consider both the advantages and potential risks
associated with the use of nanomaterials in this context.
5.Analyze the impact of nanotechnology on reducing the environmental footprint
of green technologies. Provide examples of how nanotechnology is applied in
renewable energy, water treatment, and pollution control.
nanotechnology products as potential substitutes for harmful chemicals
6.Examine the potential of nanotechnology products in replacing harmful
pesticides in agriculture. Discuss the mechanisms, benefits, and potential risks
associated with nano-pesticides.
7.Discuss how nanotechnology can replace traditional, harmful cleaning agents
used in industrial processes. Highlight specific nanomaterials used, their
mechanisms of action, and the environmental benefits.