Physical Geography of the World

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Physical Geography of the World: Overview

This topic covers concepts, such as Evolving Landforms, Paired River Terraces, Metamorphism & Koeppen's Scheme of Climatic Classification etc.

Important Questions on Physical Geography of the World

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Which is the largest stretch of sandy desert in the World?

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Which of the following latitude trade winds blow towards equator?

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The largest hydroelectric dam Itaipu is located in which country?

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Which of the following is associated with the study of the charecterstics, evolution and development of geological-forms?

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Which one of the following is not a sedimentary rock?

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The barometric pressure at the base of a mountain is 750 mm Hg and at the top 600 mm Hg . If the average air density is 1 kg/m3 the height of the mountain is approximately-

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Consider the following characteristics of a cloud type :

1. They are born through convection.

2. Only cloud type that can produce hail, thunder and lightning.

3. They are large cauliflower-shaped towers, often 'anvil tops'.

Identify the type of cloud on the basis of the given characteristics.

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Which of the following statements about volcanoes are correct?

1. The strength of a volcano is measured by the Volcanic Explosive Index.

2. Iceland and Philippines were created by volcanic activity.

3. Volcanic soils are rich, deep and fertile and allow intensive agriculture to take place.

Select the correct answer using the code given below.

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Vicky told his friends about his visit to Stewart Island, Bay of Plenty and Hawke Bay. Which country did Vicky visit?

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Which one of the following is the other term used for 'Focus'  in relation with an earthquake ?

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Match List I with List II and select the correct answer using the code given below the Lists:

Liar I (Cloud Form) List II (Characteristic)
A. Cirrus 1. Storm clouds
B. Cumulus 2. High fog "Low Ceiling"
C. Nimbostratus 3. Fair-weather clouds
D. Stratus 4. Entirely of ice particles

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Which one of the following sedimentary rocks has not been formed mechanically ?

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Which one of the following does not influence ocean currents?

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'Pingos' are associated with which one of the following process?

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Which of the following is the primary reason behind the lack of rain in Namibia?

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Consider the following statements: 

  1. Extrusive igneous rocks are formed by the magma that cools and solidifies within the Earth's crust.
  2. In intrusive rocks, hot magma from inside the Earth flows out into the Earth's surface as lava.

Which of the following statements is/are correct? Select the correct answer using the codes below: 

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Which of the following rocks are called primary rocks?