Physical Geography MCQs
Practice Physical Geography MCQs with answers and detailed explanations covering the Earth's structure, landforms, rocks, volcanoes, earthquakes, atmosphere, hydrosphere, biosphere, weather, climate and important physical geography concepts frequently asked in SSC, Railway, Banking, UPSC, JKSSB, Police, Defence, Teaching and other competitive examinations.
Question #281
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Which ocean current warms Western Europe?
Correct Answer: Option D
Explanation:
The North Atlantic Drift carries warm water toward Western Europe, moderating its climate.
The North Atlantic Drift carries warm water toward Western Europe, moderating its climate.
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Geography GK
Physical Geography
Question #282
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The Peru Current is also known as:
Correct Answer: Option C
Explanation:
The cold Peru Current flowing along South America's west coast is also called the Humboldt Current.
The cold Peru Current flowing along South America's west coast is also called the Humboldt Current.
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Geography GK
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Question #283
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Which phenomenon results from abnormal warming of the Pacific Ocean?
Correct Answer: Option A
Explanation:
El Nino is characterized by unusual warming of the central and eastern Pacific Ocean.
El Nino is characterized by unusual warming of the central and eastern Pacific Ocean.
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Geography GK
Physical Geography
Question #284
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La Nina generally represents:
Correct Answer: Option B
Explanation:
La Nina refers to cooler-than-normal sea surface temperatures in the equatorial Pacific.
La Nina refers to cooler-than-normal sea surface temperatures in the equatorial Pacific.
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Geography GK
Physical Geography
Question #285
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Which ocean lies entirely in the Northern Hemisphere?
Correct Answer: Option B
Explanation:
The Arctic Ocean is located entirely within the Northern Hemisphere.
The Arctic Ocean is located entirely within the Northern Hemisphere.
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Geography GK
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Question #286
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The largest enclosed sea in the world is:
Correct Answer: Option C
Explanation:
The Caspian Sea is the world's largest enclosed inland water body.
The Caspian Sea is the world's largest enclosed inland water body.
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Geography GK
Physical Geography
Question #287
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Which sea separates Europe from Africa?
Correct Answer: Option C
Explanation:
The Mediterranean Sea lies between Europe to the north and Africa to the south.
The Mediterranean Sea lies between Europe to the north and Africa to the south.
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Question #288
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Which strait separates Asia and Africa?
Correct Answer: Option D
Explanation:
Bab-el-Mandeb connects the Red Sea with the Gulf of Aden and separates Asia from Africa.
Bab-el-Mandeb connects the Red Sea with the Gulf of Aden and separates Asia from Africa.
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Geography GK
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Question #289
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Which strait connects the Black Sea and the Mediterranean Sea?
Correct Answer: Option C
Explanation:
The Bosporus and Dardanelles straits connect the Black Sea to the Mediterranean.
The Bosporus and Dardanelles straits connect the Black Sea to the Mediterranean.
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Geography GK
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Question #290
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The largest archipelago in the world is:
Correct Answer: Option D
Explanation:
Indonesia is the world's largest archipelago, consisting of thousands of islands.
Indonesia is the world's largest archipelago, consisting of thousands of islands.
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Geography GK
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Question #291
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Which continent is known as the 'Dark Continent'?
Correct Answer: Option B
Explanation:
Africa was historically referred to as the 'Dark Continent' due to limited exploration by Europeans.
Africa was historically referred to as the 'Dark Continent' due to limited exploration by Europeans.
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Question #292
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Which continent has the largest area?
Correct Answer: Option A
Explanation:
Asia is the largest continent by both area and population.
Asia is the largest continent by both area and population.
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Geography GK
Physical Geography
Question #293
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Which continent is known as the 'Frozen Continent'?
Correct Answer: Option C
Explanation:
Antarctica is covered by vast ice sheets and is known as the Frozen Continent.
Antarctica is covered by vast ice sheets and is known as the Frozen Continent.
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Geography GK
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Question #294
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Which continent is called the 'Island Continent'?
Correct Answer: Option C
Explanation:
Australia is often called the Island Continent because it is surrounded by oceans.
Australia is often called the Island Continent because it is surrounded by oceans.
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Question #295
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Mount Elbrus, the highest peak of Europe, is located in:
Correct Answer: Option C
Explanation:
Mount Elbrus in Russia is the highest mountain peak in Europe.
Mount Elbrus in Russia is the highest mountain peak in Europe.
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Geography GK
Physical Geography
Question #296
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Which is the highest mountain peak outside Asia?
Correct Answer: Option B
Explanation:
Aconcagua in Argentina is the highest mountain outside Asia.
Aconcagua in Argentina is the highest mountain outside Asia.
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Geography GK
Physical Geography
Question #297
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The Equator passes through how many continents?
Correct Answer: Option B
Explanation:
The Equator passes through South America, Africa, and Asia (Indonesia).
The Equator passes through South America, Africa, and Asia (Indonesia).
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Geography GK
Physical Geography
Question #298
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Which latitude is known as the Antarctic Circle?
Correct Answer: Option D
Explanation:
The Antarctic Circle lies at approximately 66½° South latitude.
The Antarctic Circle lies at approximately 66½° South latitude.
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Geography GK
Physical Geography
Question #299
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Which is the world's largest freshwater island?
Correct Answer: Option D
Explanation:
Manitoulin Island in Canada is the largest freshwater island in the world.
Manitoulin Island in Canada is the largest freshwater island in the world.
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Geography GK
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Question #300
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The term 'weathering' differs from erosion because weathering involves:
Correct Answer: Option D
Explanation:
Weathering breaks down rocks in situ, whereas erosion involves removal and transport.
Weathering breaks down rocks in situ, whereas erosion involves removal and transport.
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Geography GK
Physical Geography
