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ESE Prelims 2022 Achievers Quiz 26

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Question 1

The radial splits which are wider on the outside of the log and narrower towards the pith are known as

Question 2

Statement-I : Timber suitable for tension members is obtained from coniferous trees.
Statement-II : Coniferous trees have distinct annular rings and straight grains.

Question 3

Match List-I (Species) with List-II (Uses) and select the correct answer using the codes given below the lists:
List-I
A. Babul
B. Benteak
C. Bijasal
D. Mulberry

List-II
1) Tennis rackets
2) Boats
3) Agricultural tools
4) Furniture

Question 4

Match List-I (Wood element) with List-II (Description) and select the correct answer using the codes given below the lists:
List-I
A. Pith
B. Sapwood
C. Heart wood
D. Cambium layer
List-II
1) Innermost portion of the tree
2) Inner annual rings surrounding the pith
3) Outermost annual rings
4) Thin layer of sap between sapwood and inner bark

Question 5

Consider the following statements:
Kin seasoning of timber results in
1) Reduced density
2) Reduced life
3) Dimensional stability
Which of these statements is/are correct?

Question 6

Which one of the following statement is correct regarding centrifugal pumps?

Question 7

Which of the following statement is CORRECT?

Question 8

What is the specific speed of a centrifugal pump, which has a rated capacity of 44 cumec and a head of 36 m when operated at the speed of 725 rpm?

Question 9

Identify the false statement from the following.
The specific speed of the pump increases with ______.

Question 10

Fire hose nozzle is generally made of _______.
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