Question

    Consider the following statements about ‘AMRIT’ (Arsenic and Metal Removal by Indian Technology): 

    1.       Recently, IIT - Madras has developed this technology.

    2.       It is developed for the removal of Arsenic and Metal ions from water.

    3.       This water purifier has been developed for both domestic as well as community levels.

    Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

    A 1 only Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B 1 and 2 only Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C 3 only Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D 1, 2 and 3 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    Recently, the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) - Madras has developed a technology called ‘AMRIT’ (Arsenic and Metal Removal by Indian Technology) technology. It is developed for the removal of Arsenic and Metal ions from water. The technology uses nano-scale iron oxy-hydroxide, which selectively removes arsenic when water is passed through it. This water purifier has been developed for both domestic as well as community levels.

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