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CBSE · Class 11 · Knowledge Traditions and Practices of India

62 important questions from Chemistry and Metallurgy in India for CBSE Class 11 Knowledge Traditions and Practices of India, with answers.

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What two goals drove the transition from alchemy to chemistry?

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Philosopher's stone, Elixir of life

The search for the philosopher's stone and the elixir of life drove the alchemy-to-chemistry transition.

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In which century did modern chemistry take shape in Europe?

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Eighteenth century

Modern chemistry took shape in eighteenth century Europe.

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Which set of names refers to chemistry in ancient India?

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Rasāyana Śāstra, Rasatantra, Rasakriyā, Rasavidyā

Ancient Indian chemistry had these names: Rasāyana Śāstra, Rasatantra, Rasakriyā, and Rasavidyā.

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Which material was used in Indus Valley construction along with lime, sand and traces of CaCO3?

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Gypsum cement

Gypsum cement with lime, sand and traces of CaCO3 was used in Indus Valley construction.

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