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Green Quiz

Problem Set 3

1. Green computing is now an area that is often talked about. Powerconsumption in computing is one of its major points.

Which of the following devices have the highest powerconsumption?

a. Storage devicesb.High-end serversc. Mid-range serversd.Networking equipment

2. It is a toxin that is produced in fungal moulds that develop ongrains and peanuts. If ingested, it can cause complete non-

functioning of immune system, is carcinogenic and also mutagenic.

Name this particular toxin.

3. A carnivore species, natively found in many countries of Southern-Asia, was introduced to other countries like Japan for the purpose

of pest control. But later this proved to be a wrong move as it

started having adverse effect on population of many other nativespecies on a significantly large scale. Give the scientific name of

the species that is most affected by the introduction of carnivore

species in Japan.

4. It is an official bird of a state in India. Globally, it is considered as athreatened species, and is proposed to put in the 'vulnerable'

category in The World Conservation Union (IUCN) Red List. Even

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then, the bird species is facing a serious threat due to

governments proposal of expansion of an air strip existing close to

the birds habitat and it will have a significant effect on birds

population. Name the bird talked about.

5. Lead present in atmosphere is a cause of severe health problems.Which of the following is the major cause of release of lead into

the air?

a. Lead pipesb.Lead acid batteriesc. Lead based paintsd.Automobile exhaust

6. It is a multiple award winning energy saving computer device. Itworks in a way that it acts as a reminder prompting you to save

power, whenever your computer is going to be left idle. Also,

computer is put into most efficient power saving mode with the use

of this device. Name this device.

7. This is green cover removing pathway over an area .In this onlyspecific target trees are removed and it is generally more

sustainable and less harmful to the surrounding habitat as it allows

forests to regenerate with small group of trees after each harvest.

Name this technique.

8. It is a type of complex compound, used as an additive in diesel. Itpaces up the oxidation of SPM present in exhaust, thus helps the

filter to regenerate by itself at the temperature of exhaust gases.

Name this compound

9. It is an amphibian species found in Mexico. Though it is anamphibian, but it defies the basic characteristic of amphibians. Give

the scientific name of this specie and give the factor/factors

responsible for its unusual behaviour. (5+5)

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10.A computer hardware manufacturer and IT corporation wascriticised globally for using prison inmates as labour for recycling e-

waste and was accused of not following proper safety standards in

the facility. But, bowing to the pressure from various groups and

NGOs, it stopped using the inmates. Identify the organisation

primarily responsible for influencing the corporations this decision.