Mushroom Rocks are the typical land forms seen in (1) River Valleys (2) Mountain tops (3) Coastal areas (4) Deserts

Mushroom Rocks are the typical land forms seen in (1) River Valleys (2) Mountain tops (3) Coastal areas (4) Deserts
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Mushroom Rocks are the typical land forms seen in – (1) River Valleys (2) Mountain tops (3) Coastal areas (4) Deserts

Description : Mushroom Rocks are the typical land forms seen in – (1) River Valleys (2) Mountain tops (3) Coastal areas (4) Deserts

Last Answer : (4) Deserts Explanation: A mushroom rock, also called rock pedestal or a pedestal rock, is a naturally occurring rock whose shape, as its name implies, strikingly resembles a mushroom. Usually found in ... of an isolated rocky outcrop progresses at a different rate at its bottom to that at its top.

Winds blowing constantly in one direction in rocky deserts form (1) Chimneys (2) Mushrooms rocks (3) Yardangs (4) Demoiselles

Description : Winds blowing constantly in one direction in rocky deserts form (1) Chimneys (2) Mushrooms rocks (3) Yardangs (4) Demoiselles

Last Answer : Yardangs

In which region is Terrace farming done? (1) Dry regions (2) Slope of hills (3) Mountain tops (4) Rooftops

Description : In which region is Terrace farming done? (1) Dry regions (2) Slope of hills (3) Mountain tops (4) Rooftops

Last Answer :  Slope of hills

Extensive deserts occur in the western tropical regions of continents because : (1) of easterly trade winds. (2) cold ocean currents flow along the western coasts. (3) of the effect of both the offshore easterly trade winds and cold ocean currents. (4) the rate of evaporation is greater along the western margin areas.

Description : Extensive deserts occur in the western tropical regions of continents because : (1) of easterly trade winds. (2) cold ocean currents flow along the western coasts. (3) of the effect of both the ... winds and cold ocean currents. (4) the rate of evaporation is greater along the western margin areas.

Last Answer :  of the effect of both the offshore easterly trade winds and cold ocean currents. 

Hanging Valley is very common in (1) high mountains (2) sub-Arctic region (3) glaciated areas (4) coastal belt

Description : Hanging Valley is very common in (1) high mountains (2) sub-Arctic region (3) glaciated areas (4) coastal belt

Last Answer : glaciated areas

What is meant by Isthmus? (1) Mouth of a river where it joins the sea (2) Narrow strip of water dividing two land masses (3) Narrow strip of land dividing two oceans (4) Narrow strip of land connecting two large areas of land

Description : What is meant by Isthmus? (1) Mouth of a river where it joins the sea (2) Narrow strip of water dividing two land masses (3) Narrow strip of land dividing two oceans (4) Narrow strip of land connecting two large areas of land

Last Answer : Narrow strip of land dividing two oceans

Why do you think most people in Southern Europe live on coastal plains or in river valleys?

Description : Why do you think most people in Southern Europe live on coastal plains or in river valleys?

Last Answer : What is the answer ?

Granite, quartzite areas have upstanding look because (1) mechanically wealthered faster (2) these rocks are resistant to all kinds of erosion (3) these rocks are not easily croded (4) not easily worn down

Description : Granite, quartzite areas have upstanding look because (1) mechanically wealthered faster (2) these rocks are resistant to all kinds of erosion (3) these rocks are not easily croded (4) not easily worn down

Last Answer : not easily worn down

Explain why rusting of iron objects is faster in coastal areas than in deserts. -Science-7

Description : Explain why rusting of iron objects is faster in coastal areas than in deserts. -Science-7

Last Answer : As content of moisture in the air in coastal areas is higher than in the air in deserts. So, the process of rusting is faster in coastal areas.

Humus is a type of (1) fossil seen on the rocks (2) decaying organic matters in soil (3) fertilizers applied in soil (4) special growth found in plants

Description : Humus is a type of (1) fossil seen on the rocks (2) decaying organic matters in soil (3) fertilizers applied in soil (4) special growth found in plants 

Last Answer : decaying organic matters in soil

Which one among the following statements regarding India's coal is not correct? [CDS 2012] (a) 98 percent of reserves of coal in India belongs to Gondwana period (b) Unknown amount of coal lies buried under the Ganga alluvium and the Deccan Trap (c) Bituminous coal is found in both lower Gondwana rocks and in Tertiary rocks (d) Gondwana coal is mainly found in the river valleys of Damodar, Mahanadi and Godavari

Description : Which one among the following statements regarding India's coal is not correct? [CDS 2012] (a) 98 percent of reserves of coal in India belongs to Gondwana period (b) Unknown amount of coal ... Tertiary rocks (d) Gondwana coal is mainly found in the river valleys of Damodar, Mahanadi and Godavari

Last Answer : Ans: (c)

The temperature of water at the bottom of a large waterfall is higher than that of the water at the top. because (1) the falling water absorbs heat from the Sun. (2) the water at the bottom has greater potential energy. (3) the kinetic energy of the falling water is converted into heat. (4) rocks on the bed of the river give out heat.

Description : The temperature of water at the bottom of a large waterfall is higher than that of the water at the top. because (1) the falling water absorbs heat from the Sun. (2) the water at the bottom has greater ... of the falling water is converted into heat. (4) rocks on the bed of the river give out heat.

Last Answer : the kinetic energy of the falling water is converted into heat.

Which of the following is a typical feature of river erosion in youthful stage ? (1) Ox-bow lake (2) Gorge (3) Valley in valley (4) Cut-bank

Description : Which of the following is a typical feature of river erosion in youthful stage ? (1) Ox-bow lake (2) Gorge (3) Valley in valley (4) Cut-bank

Last Answer : Gorge

Taiga means : (1) Decidious forests (2) Coniferous forests (3) Grass lands (4) Deserts

Description : Taiga means : (1) Decidious forests (2) Coniferous forests (3) Grass lands (4) Deserts

Last Answer : Coniferous forests

Which of the following reasons is responsible for lack of vegetation in the deserts ? (1) Heavy volume of sands (2) Absence of B-horizon in the soil (3) High temperature (4) Lack of rainfall

Description : Which of the following reasons is responsible for lack of vegetation in the deserts ? (1) Heavy volume of sands (2) Absence of B-horizon in the soil (3) High temperature (4) Lack of rainfall

Last Answer : Lack of rainfall

The area marked by internal drainage (1) Plateau (2) Plains (3) Deserts (4) Mountains

Description : The area marked by internal drainage (1) Plateau (2) Plains (3) Deserts (4) Mountains

Last Answer : Deserts

Tundras are (1) Deciduous forests (2) Tropical rain forests (3) Cold deserts (4) Hot deserts

Description : Tundras are (1) Deciduous forests (2) Tropical rain forests (3) Cold deserts (4) Hot deserts

Last Answer : Cold deserts

Where are the hot deserts generally found ? (1) On the eastern margins of the Tropics (2) On the western margins of the Tropics (3) Nearer the Equator (4) In the middle of the Continents

Description : Where are the hot deserts generally found ? (1) On the eastern margins of the Tropics (2) On the western margins of the Tropics (3) Nearer the Equator (4) In the middle of the Continents 

Last Answer : On the western margins of the Tropics

Which of the following refers to the white salt which covers the land in some areas during dry season? (1) usar (2) reh (3) erg (4) reg

Description : Which of the following refers to the white salt which covers the land in some areas during dry season? (1) usar (2) reh (3) erg (4) reg

Last Answer : reh

In mountainous areas a natural cause for road blocks is often : (1) road repairs and construction (2) land slides (3) tree felling (4) traffic congestion

Description : In mountainous areas a natural cause for road blocks is often : (1) road repairs and construction (2) land slides (3) tree felling (4) traffic congestion

Last Answer : land slides

The formation of ‘Mushroom rock’ in desert region is an example of (1) Deflation (2) Attrition (3) Abrasion (4) Erosion

Description : The formation of ‘Mushroom rock’ in desert region is an example of (1) Deflation (2) Attrition (3) Abrasion (4) Erosion

Last Answer : Abrasion

Mangrove forests occur in (1) high mountains (2) snowy plains (3) coastal swamps (4) interior plateaus

Description : Mangrove forests occur in (1) high mountains (2) snowy plains (3) coastal swamps (4) interior plateaus

Last Answer : coastal swamps

Coastal Andhra Pradesh and Orissa often face natural disasters due to (1) Cyclones (2) Earthquakes (3) Landslides (4) Tornadoes

Description : Coastal Andhra Pradesh and Orissa often face natural disasters due to (1) Cyclones (2) Earthquakes (3) Landslides (4) Tornadoes

Last Answer : Cyclones

A semi enclosed coastal body of water which has a free connection with the open sea is called (1) Estuary (2) Fjord (3) Cove (4) Ria coast

Description : A semi enclosed coastal body of water which has a free connection with the open sea is called (1) Estuary (2) Fjord (3) Cove (4) Ria coast

Last Answer : Estuary

The coastal part of water bodies of the oceans which is structurally part of the mainland of the continents is called (1) isthumus (2) oceanic ridge (3) continental shelf (4) continental slope

Description : The coastal part of water bodies of the oceans which is structurally part of the mainland of the continents is called (1) isthumus (2) oceanic ridge (3) continental shelf (4) continental slope

Last Answer : continental shelf

The coastal part of water bodies of the oceans which is structurally part of the mainland of the continents is called the (1) Isthmus (2) Oceanic ridge (3) Continental shelf (4) Continental slope

Description : The coastal part of water bodies of the oceans which is structurally part of the mainland of the continents is called the (1) Isthmus (2) Oceanic ridge (3) Continental shelf (4) Continental slope

Last Answer : Continental shelf

The land forms formed by wave erosion is : (1) Spit (2) Beach (3) Cave (4) Barrier island

Description : The land forms formed by wave erosion is : (1) Spit (2) Beach (3) Cave (4) Barrier island

Last Answer : Cave

The food chain refers to the transfer of energy from : (1) the interior of the earth to the surface (2) lower to higher latitudes (3) one organism to another (4) organisms of the land to those of the sea by means of river

Description : The food chain refers to the transfer of energy from : (1) the interior of the earth to the surface (2) lower to higher latitudes (3) one organism to another (4) organisms of the land to those of the sea by means of river

Last Answer : one organism to another

When Granite rocks get metamorphosed, they form (1) Quartzite (2) Gneiss (3) Marble (4) Slate

Description : When Granite rocks get metamorphosed, they form (1) Quartzite (2) Gneiss (3) Marble (4) Slate

Last Answer : Gneiss

The rapid sliding of large masses of bed rocks is called : (1) Landslide (2) Earthquake (3) Weathering (4) Mass wasting

Description : The rapid sliding of large masses of bed rocks is called : (1) Landslide (2) Earthquake (3) Weathering (4) Mass wasting

Last Answer : Landslide

Earthquake is caused by (1) disturbance of earth surface (2) adjustment of layers of earth’s crust (3) breakage of rock system (4) upliftment of rocks

Description : Earthquake is caused by (1) disturbance of earth surface (2) adjustment of layers of earth’s crust (3) breakage of rock system (4) upliftment of rocks 

Last Answer : disturbance of earth surface

Mica is found in which one of the following pairs of rocks ? (1) Slate- Sandstone (2) Schist-Gneiss (3) Limestone-Sandstone (4) Shale- Limestone

Description : Mica is found in which one of the following pairs of rocks ? (1) Slate- Sandstone (2) Schist-Gneiss (3) Limestone-Sandstone (4) Shale- Limestone

Last Answer :  Schist-Gneiss

Which one of the following is the example of sedimentary rocks ? (1) Loess (2) Basalt (3) Granite (4) Gabbro

Description : Which one of the following is the example of sedimentary rocks ? (1) Loess (2) Basalt (3) Granite (4) Gabbro

Last Answer : Loess

Metamorphic rocks originate from— (1) igneous rocks (2) sedimentary rocks (3) both igneous and sedimentary rocks (4) None of these

Description : Metamorphic rocks originate from— (1) igneous rocks (2) sedimentary rocks (3) both igneous and sedimentary rocks (4) None of these

Last Answer : both igneous and sedimentary rocks

Shale is metamorphosed into which of the following rocks? (1) Graphite (2) Gneiss (3) Marble (4) Slate

Description : Shale is metamorphosed into which of the following rocks? (1) Graphite (2) Gneiss (3) Marble (4) Slate

Last Answer : Slate

Consider the following geological phenomena : I. Development of a fault II. Movement along a fault III. Impact produced by a volcanic eruption IV. Folding of rocks Which of the above causes earthquakes ? (1) I, II and III (2) II and IV (3) I, III and IV (4) I to IV

Description : Consider the following geological phenomena : I. Development of a fault II. Movement along a fault III. Impact produced by a volcanic eruption IV. Folding of rocks Which of the above causes earthquakes ? (1) I, II and III (2) II and IV (3) I, III and IV (4) I to IV

Last Answer : I, II and III 

Rubber plantations are found in (1) Temperate forests (2) Mountain regions (3) Polar regions (4) Equatorial regions

Description : Rubber plantations are found in (1) Temperate forests (2) Mountain regions (3) Polar regions (4) Equatorial regions

Last Answer : Equatorial regions

Which is the most stable ecosystem ? (1) Desert (2) Ocean (3) Mountain (4) Forest

Description : Which is the most stable ecosystem ? (1) Desert (2) Ocean (3) Mountain (4) Forest

Last Answer : Ocean

Mountain soil contains a lot of— (1) humus (2) clay (3) coase material (4) iron and aluminium salt

Description : Mountain soil contains a lot of— (1) humus (2) clay (3) coase material (4) iron and aluminium salt

Last Answer : humus

Which of the following types of soil is best suited for cotton cultivation ? (1) Black (2) Red (3) Laterite (4) Mountain

Description : Which of the following types of soil is best suited for cotton cultivation ? (1) Black (2) Red (3) Laterite (4) Mountain

Last Answer : Black

The soil conservation method in which mountain slope is cut into step is (1) Contour ploughing (2) Cover planting (3) Strip cropping (4) Terracing

Description : The soil conservation method in which mountain slope is cut into step is (1) Contour ploughing (2) Cover planting (3) Strip cropping (4) Terracing

Last Answer : Terracing

The mountain formed on the earth crust due to tension is called (1) Young folded mountain (2) Old folded mountain (3) Laccolith mountain (4) Block mountain

Description : The mountain formed on the earth crust due to tension is called (1) Young folded mountain (2) Old folded mountain (3) Laccolith mountain (4) Block mountain

Last Answer : Block mountain

The Himalayan mountain range is an example of (1) Volcanic mountain (2) Residual mountain (3) Block mountain (4) Fold mountain

Description : The Himalayan mountain range is an example of (1) Volcanic mountain (2) Residual mountain (3) Block mountain (4) Fold mountain

Last Answer :  Fold mountain

The highest mountain peak of the Himalayas is situated in— (1) India (2) Tibet (3) Nepal (4) China

Description : The highest mountain peak of the Himalayas is situated in— (1) India (2) Tibet (3) Nepal (4) China

Last Answer : Nepal

Match the following types of soil and regions where they are found in India: List-I List-II A. Alluvial Soils 1. Highland areas of the Plateau B. Black Soils 2. Periphery of the Plateau C. Red Soils 3. Deccan Lava Tracts D. Laterite Soils 4. River Basins and Coastal Plains Codes: A B C D (a) 4 3 1 2 (b) 4 2 3 1 (c) 1 2 3 4 (d) 4 3 2 1

Description : Match the following types of soil and regions where they are found in India: List-I List-II A. Alluvial Soils 1. Highland areas of the Plateau B. Black Soils 2. Periphery of the Plateau C. Red Soils 3. Deccan Lava Tracts D. Laterite Soils 4. ... C D (a) 4 3 1 2 (b) 4 2 3 1 (c) 1 2 3 4 (d) 4 3 2 1

Last Answer : Ans: (d)

Contours are imaginary lines showing (1) places of equal atmospheric pressure (2) same temperature areas (3) places of equal altitudes (4) equal sunshine areas

Description : Contours are imaginary lines showing (1) places of equal atmospheric pressure (2) same temperature areas (3) places of equal altitudes (4) equal sunshine areas

Last Answer : places of equal altitudes

Dumping of solid waste in lowlying areas earth cover is called as : (1) Sanitary landfilling (2) Open dumping (3) Composting (4) Incineration

Description : Dumping of solid waste in lowlying areas earth cover is called as : (1) Sanitary landfilling (2) Open dumping (3) Composting (4) Incineration

Last Answer : Sanitary landfilling

Which one of the following methods of soil conservation is most effective in arid areas ? (1) Mulching (2) Shelter belt (3) Gully plugging (4) Terracing

Description : Which one of the following methods of soil conservation is most effective in arid areas ? (1) Mulching (2) Shelter belt (3) Gully plugging (4) Terracing

Last Answer : Shelter belt

Rainfall caused by intense evaporation in equatorial areas is called _______ (1) Orographic rainfall (2) Cyclonic rainfall (3) Frontal rainfall (4) Convectional rainfall

Description : Rainfall caused by intense evaporation in equatorial areas is called _______ (1) Orographic rainfall (2) Cyclonic rainfall (3) Frontal rainfall (4) Convectional rainfall

Last Answer : Convectional rainfall 

The rate of deforestation is high in (1) Tropical zone (2) Desert areas (3) Temperate zone (4) Boreal forest

Description : The rate of deforestation is high in (1) Tropical zone (2) Desert areas (3) Temperate zone (4) Boreal forest

Last Answer : Temperate zone