Civil Services Prep

Prelims 2014 · Science and Technology · Question 53

Consider the following statements: 1. Maize can be used for the production of starch. 2. Oil extracted from maize can be a feedstock for biodiesel. 3. Alcoholic beverages can be produced by using maize. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

  1. 1 only
  2. 1 and 2 only
  3. 2 and 3 only
  4. 1, 2 and 3

Answer

1, 2 and 3

1. Maize can be used for the production of starch. — Correct. Maize (corn) is a major industrial source of starch used in food and manufacturing.

2. Oil extracted from maize can be a feedstock for biodiesel. — Correct. Corn oil can be processed into biodiesel, though it is not the most common feedstock.

3. Alcoholic beverages can be produced by using maize. — Correct. Maize can be fermented/distilled to make alcoholic drinks such as certain whiskies and beers.

Therefore, all three statements are correct.

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