Question 1

Resources present in unlimited quantity in nature and are not likely to be exhausted by human activities are called

Accepted Answer

Inexhaustible natural resources are those that are abundant and will not run out with human use, such as solar energy, wind, and air.

Question 2

Coal, Petroleum and natural gas are examples of

Accepted Answer

Coal, petroleum, and natural gas are examples of exhaustible natural resources because they are finite and will eventually run out if consumed at a faster rate than they are formed.

Question 3

Naphthalene balls used to repel moth and insect is derived from

Accepted Answer

Naphthalene is derived from coal tar, which is a byproduct of the coal carbonization process.

Question 4

CNG is the abbreviated form of

Accepted Answer

CNG stands for Compressed Natural Gas, which is a fuel that can be used in place of gasoline, diesel fuel, and propane/LPG. CNG combustion produces fewer undesirable gases than the fuels mentioned above.

Question 5

The slow process of conversion of dead vegetation into coal is called

Accepted Answer

Carbonisation is the process through which dead vegetation is transformed into coal over millions of years under high pressure and temperature.

Question 6

In India petroleum deposit was first found in the state of

Accepted Answer

Petroleum deposits in India were first discovered in Assam. The town of Digboi in Assam is home to Asia's first oil refinery and is known as the "Oil City" of India, where oil was discovered in the late 19th century.

Question 7

Use of CNG in automobile is better than petrol because it is

Accepted Answer

CNG (Compressed Natural Gas) is considered better than petrol for several reasons: it is cheaper, produces fewer pollutants, and cannot be adulterated, making it a more economical and environmentally friendly option.

Question 8

To reduce fuel consumption in automobile one should

Accepted Answer

Ensuring proper maintenance of the vehicle, including regular checks and adjustments, can significantly improve its fuel efficiency by ensuring it operates as efficiently as possible.

Question 9

-Black gold is actually

Accepted Answer

Black gold is a colloquial term for petroleum, referring to its importance in the global economy and its dark color.

Quiz 1: Coal and Petroleum