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116.
Where is the Tropical Deep-sea Neutrino Telescope (Trident) proposed to be built?
United States
China
Japan
South Korea
Answer: Option
Explanation:
The Tropical Deep-sea Neutrino Telescope (Trident) is a proposed neutrino observatory in the South China Sea. It will be the largest and most advanced neutrino telescope in the world when completed in 2030. The Trident is planned to be at a depth of 3,500 meters below the ocean's surface.

117.
Which institution recently revealed 'Antimatter's Response to Gravity'?
Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT)
European Center for Nuclear Research (CERN)
Max Planck Institute for Physics
Harvard University
Answer: Option
Explanation:
The European Center for Nuclear Research (CERN) recently revealed antimatter's response to gravity. Researchers at CERN experimented with antimatter, demonstrating that it responds to gravity by falling, consistent with the behaviour of ordinary matter, aligning with Albert Einstein's theory of general relativity.

118.
What is the name of the tallest tree in the world?
Hyperion
Centurion
Doerner Fir
Sequoia
Answer: Option
Explanation:
Hyperion is a coast redwood tree located in Redwood National Park in California. It is the tallest tree in the world, with a height of 380.1 feet. Hyperion was discovered in 2006 and is estimated to be between 600 and 800 years old. Coast redwoods are some of the tallest and oldest living trees on Earth. They can grow to be over 300 feet tall and live for over 2,000 years.