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• Rear view mirrors in vehicles are convex mirrors.
• They give a wider field of view.
• Images formed are virtual, upright, and smaller.
• This helps drivers see more traffic behind them.
• It is a curved mirror that bulges outward.
• It is commonly used in side mirrors of cars, buses, and motorcycles.

Last verified 26-04-2026

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• The largest planet in our solar system is Jupiter.
• 5th planet
• 79 known moons (Maximum number of moons)
• The Great Red Spot is a prominent feature
• Giant planet and the fastest-rotating planet 
• Rotates approximately once every 10 hours.
• Age is about 4.603 billion years.

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• Mercury is the smallest planet of the solar system.

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Last updated by NA on 25-April-2026

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• Karachi was the first capital of Pakistan 
• From 1947 until 1959, for 12 years
• Selected by Muhammad Ali Jinnah.
• Interim Capital (1959–1967): Rawalpindi.
• Current Capital ( August 14, 1967–Present): Islamabad. 

Last updated by NA on 25-April-2026

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Last updated by NA on 25-April-2026

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Last updated by NA on 23-April-2026

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• A barometer measures atmospheric (air) pressure.
• It helps in weather forecasting, detecting storms, and studying climate changes.
• Two common types of barometers: mercury barometer and aneroid barometer.

Last verified on 13-03-2026

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The headquarters of the United Nations is located in the United States, specifically in New York City

Founded: October 24, 1945, San Francisco, California, United States

UNO Membership: 193 member states; 2 observer states

UNO Official languages:

1. Arabic;
2. Chinese;
3. English;
4. French;
5. Russian;
6. Spanish;

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Pakistan joined the United Nations on September 30, 1947, just over a month after its independence

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• Designer: Amir Uddin Kidwai Adoption Date: 11 August 1947 (officially adopted) Additional information: Green field – represents Muslims of Pakistan White stripe – represents minorities and religious minorities’ rights Crescent and star – symbol of progress and light Proportion of flag: 2:3 (height:width)

Last verified on 16-01-2026

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• The tomb of Babur, the first Mughal Emperor, is located in Bagh-e Babur, Kabul (Afghanistan).
• He died on 5 January 1531 in Agra at the age of 47.
• Initially, he was buried in Agra.
• Later, his remains were shifted to Kabul as per his wish.
• He was reburied in Kabul between 1539–1544.

Last verified on 02-04-2026

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• The Pacific Ocean is the largest and deepest ocean on Earth.
• It covers about 30% of the Earth's surface.
• It contains 97% of the Earth's water.
• The Mariana Trench, the deepest part of the ocean.
• It is located in the Pacific.
• The Arctic Ocean is connected to the Pacific Ocean via the Bering Strait.

Additional information:

• Oceans cover 71% of the Earth's surface.
• The Indian Ocean is the warmest, with the Persian Gulf being the hottest area.
• The Diamantina Trench is the deepest point in the Indian Ocean.
  
• Jordan does not have an ocean.
• The Arctic Ocean is the Smallest Ocean of the world.

Last verified on 17-03-2026