UPSC Previous Year Question | Prelims GS | 2018

'3D printing' has applications in which of the following? 1. Preparation of confectionery items 2. Manufacture of bionic ears 3. Automotive industry 4. Reconstructive surgeries 5. Data processing technologies. Select the correct answer using the code given below:

  1. 1, 3 and 4 only
  2. 2, 3 and 5 only
  3. 1 and 4 only
  4. 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5

Answer

Correct Answer

1, 2, 3, 4 and 5

Explanation

3D printing is used in food/confectionery, bionic ears and other bio-printing, automotive manufacturing, reconstructive surgery and data-processing hardware, so all five apply.

Topics: 3d printing, applications of 3d printing, emerging technologies, science and technology