Consider the following pairs:
Terms sometimes seen in news - Context/Topic
1. Belle II experiment - Artificial Intelligence
2. Blockchain technology - Digital/ Cryptocurrency
3. CRISPR – Cas9 - Particle Physics
Which of the pairs given above is/are correctly matched ?
A
1 and 3 only
B
2 only
C
2 and 3 only
D
1, 2 and 3
Correct Answer: Option B
Explanation
1. Pair 1 is incorrectly matched. The Belle II experiment is a particle physics experiment designed to study properties of B mesons (subatomic particles) at the SuperKEKB accelerator in Japan. It is not related to Artificial Intelligence.
2. Pair 2 is correctly matched. Blockchain technology is the distributed ledger technology that underpins most cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin. It provides a secure and transparent way to record transactions, making it central to the digital/cryptocurrency space.
3. Pair 3 is incorrectly matched. CRISPR–Cas9 is a revolutionary gene-editing tool used in biotechnology and genetic engineering. It allows scientists to make precise modifications to DNA. It is not related to particle physics.