A team of scientists at Brookhaven National Laboratory including those from India created the heaviest anti­matter (anti­helium nucleus) What is/are the implications of the creation of anti­matter?

  1. It will make mineral prospecting and oil exploration easier and cheaper.
  2. It will help probe the possibility of the existence of stars and galaxies made of anti matter.
  3. It will help understand the evolution of the universe.

Select the correct answer using the codes given below:

[UPSC Civil Services Exam – 2012 Prelims]

(a) 1 only

(b) 2 and 3 only

(c) 3 only

(d) 1, 2 and 3


Answer: (b)        

Explanation:

  • The study of matter and antimatter falls within the realm of quantum physics and can provide insight into the nature of the universe.
  • By exploring the potential existence of stars and galaxies composed of antimatter, researchers can gain a deeper understanding of the evolution of the cosmos.

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Consider the following statements:                                               

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Consider the following statements:                                                         The Parliament of India can place a particular law in the Ninth Schedule of the Constitution of India. The validity of a law placed in the Ninth Schedule cannot be examined by any court and no judgement can be made on it. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Consider the following statements:                                               

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