Nano-cellulose - GS questions based on daily current affairs

1)   Nano-cellulose has uses in which of the following areas?

1) Electronics
2) Paints
3) Drug delivery agent

a. 2, 3
b. 1, 2
c. 1, 3
d. All of the above
Answer  Explanation 

ANSWER: All of the above

Explanation:

  • Nano-cellulose has proven applications as reinforcing agent in composites and concretes, additives in papers and paints, controlled pesticide release agent, drug delivery agent and in transparent flexible electronics.
2)   Which of the following is/are true?

1) First ever Nano-cellulose Pilot Plant in India is established in Haryana.
2) Nano cellulose is derived from agro-biomasses.

a. Only 1
b. Only 2
c. Both 1 and 2
d. Neither 1 nor 2
Answer  Explanation 

ANSWER: Only 2

Explanation:

  • ICAR - Central Institute for Research on Cotton Technology (CIRCOT) Nanocellulose Pilot Plant, a unique facility in line with the Make in India efforts by Government of India, was inaugurated in Mumbai. It is fifth such plant in the world.
  • Nano-cellulose, a novel nano-sized cellulosic material derived from various agro-biomasses, exhibits very high strength, extremely large surface area, novel rheological property and entirely different optical property.

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