MCQs - 2026-04

David Chen is the translator of 'The Whispering Sands' into English.

Fatima Zahraoui is the acclaimed Moroccan author of 'The Whispering Sands'.

The novel 'The Whispering Sands' was recognized for its exploration of post-colonial identity and its legacy.

The EPR paradox, which introduced the concept of entanglement, was published in 1935.

While precision measurements are enhanced, weather forecasting is not explicitly listed as a direct beneficiary in the provided context.

The work has led to entanglement-based quantum key distribution, offering unhackable communication.

The research focused on developing stable qubits resistant to decoherence, a major obstacle in quantum computing.

The prize was awarded for practical applications of quantum entanglement, building upon earlier foundational work.

Polar bears rely heavily on sea ice as a platform for hunting seals, their primary food source. The shrinking ice cover makes hunting more difficult and threatens their survival.

The loss of sea ice can alter atmospheric circulation patterns, leading to more unpredictable and extreme weather events in other parts of the world. It also severely impacts Arctic wildlife dependent on ice.