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 #31
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The Earth's revolution around the Sun causes:
Correct Answer: Option C
Explanation:
The Earth's revolution around the Sun, combined with axial tilt, causes seasons.
The Earth's revolution around the Sun, combined with axial tilt, causes seasons.
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Geography GK
Physical Geography
Question #32
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Which force is responsible for the movement of tectonic plates?
Correct Answer: Option C
Explanation:
Convection currents in the mantle drive the movement of tectonic plates.
Convection currents in the mantle drive the movement of tectonic plates.
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Geography GK
Physical Geography
Question #33
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A mountain formed by compression of rock layers is called:
Correct Answer: Option B
Explanation:
Fold mountains are formed when rock layers are compressed and folded due to tectonic forces.
Fold mountains are formed when rock layers are compressed and folded due to tectonic forces.
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Geography GK
Physical Geography
Question #34
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The Himalayas are an example of:
Correct Answer: Option B
Explanation:
The Himalayas were formed by the collision of the Indian and Eurasian plates and are fold mountains.
The Himalayas were formed by the collision of the Indian and Eurasian plates and are fold mountains.
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Geography GK
Physical Geography
Question #35
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A plateau is defined as:
Correct Answer: Option C
Explanation:
A plateau is a broad, elevated area with a relatively flat surface.
A plateau is a broad, elevated area with a relatively flat surface.
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Geography GK
Physical Geography
Question #36
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Which is the largest plateau in the world?
Correct Answer: Option D
Explanation:
The Tibetan Plateau is the world's largest and highest plateau.
The Tibetan Plateau is the world's largest and highest plateau.
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Geography GK
Physical Geography
Question #37
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A narrow inlet of the sea between two land masses is called:
Correct Answer: Option A
Explanation:
A strait is a narrow water passage connecting two larger bodies of water.
A strait is a narrow water passage connecting two larger bodies of water.
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Geography GK
Physical Geography
Question #38
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The highest layer of the atmosphere is:
Correct Answer: Option B
Explanation:
The exosphere is the outermost layer of Earth's atmosphere and gradually merges with space.
The exosphere is the outermost layer of Earth's atmosphere and gradually merges with space.
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Geography GK
Physical Geography
Question #39
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Which cloud type is associated with thunderstorms?
Correct Answer: Option A
Explanation:
Cumulonimbus clouds are towering clouds associated with thunderstorms and heavy rainfall.
Cumulonimbus clouds are towering clouds associated with thunderstorms and heavy rainfall.
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Geography GK
Physical Geography
Question #40
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The instrument used to measure atmospheric pressure is:
Correct Answer: Option A
Explanation:
A barometer measures atmospheric pressure and helps in weather forecasting.
A barometer measures atmospheric pressure and helps in weather forecasting.
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Geography GK
Physical Geography
