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 #161
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Longitude is measured east and west of:
Correct Answer: Option C
Explanation:
Longitude is measured east and west from the Prime Meridian (0° longitude), which passes through Greenwich, England.
Longitude is measured east and west from the Prime Meridian (0° longitude), which passes through Greenwich, England.
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Geography GK
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Question #162
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The International Date Line roughly follows:
Correct Answer: Option A
Explanation:
The International Date Line roughly follows 180° longitude and is where the calendar date changes by one day.
The International Date Line roughly follows 180° longitude and is where the calendar date changes by one day.
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Geography GK
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Question #163
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Which is the highest mountain peak in the world?
Correct Answer: Option B
Explanation:
Mount Everest, located in the Himalayas, is the highest mountain peak in the world at approximately 8,849 meters.
Mount Everest, located in the Himalayas, is the highest mountain peak in the world at approximately 8,849 meters.
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Geography GK
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Question #164
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The world's largest hot desert is:
Correct Answer: Option A
Explanation:
The Sahara Desert in North Africa is the largest hot desert in the world, covering about 9 million square kilometers.
The Sahara Desert in North Africa is the largest hot desert in the world, covering about 9 million square kilometers.
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Geography GK
Physical Geography
Question #165
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Which current is a warm ocean current?
Correct Answer: Option C
Explanation:
The Gulf Stream is a warm Atlantic Ocean current that significantly influences the climate of Western Europe.
The Gulf Stream is a warm Atlantic Ocean current that significantly influences the climate of Western Europe.
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Question #166
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Which is the deepest known ocean trench?
Correct Answer: Option D
Explanation:
The Mariana Trench in the Pacific Ocean is the deepest known ocean trench, reaching depths of over 11,000 meters.
The Mariana Trench in the Pacific Ocean is the deepest known ocean trench, reaching depths of over 11,000 meters.
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Question #167
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Which process converts water vapor into liquid water droplets?
Correct Answer: Option B
Explanation:
Condensation occurs when water vapor cools and changes into liquid droplets, forming clouds and dew.
Condensation occurs when water vapor cools and changes into liquid droplets, forming clouds and dew.
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Question #168
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Which type of rainfall occurs when moist air is forced to rise over mountains?
Correct Answer: Option C
Explanation:
Orographic rainfall occurs when moist air ascends a mountain slope, cools, condenses, and produces precipitation.
Orographic rainfall occurs when moist air ascends a mountain slope, cools, condenses, and produces precipitation.
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Question #169
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Which sphere of the Earth includes all water bodies?
Correct Answer: Option C
Explanation:
The hydrosphere includes all water on Earth, including oceans, rivers, lakes, glaciers, groundwater, and atmospheric moisture.
The hydrosphere includes all water on Earth, including oceans, rivers, lakes, glaciers, groundwater, and atmospheric moisture.
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Question #170
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Which branch of physical geography deals with the study of oceans and seas?
Correct Answer: Option D
Explanation:
Oceanography is the branch of physical geography that studies oceans, seas, marine ecosystems, ocean currents, waves, and ocean-floor features.
Oceanography is the branch of physical geography that studies oceans, seas, marine ecosystems, ocean currents, waves, and ocean-floor features.
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Question #171
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Which branch of geography studies rivers, lakes, and groundwater?
Correct Answer: Option A
Explanation:
Hydrology is the scientific study of water on Earth, including rivers, lakes, groundwater, and the hydrological cycle.
Hydrology is the scientific study of water on Earth, including rivers, lakes, groundwater, and the hydrological cycle.
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Question #172
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The movement of weathered materials down a slope under gravity is called:
Correct Answer: Option B
Explanation:
Mass wasting refers to the downslope movement of rock, soil, and debris under the influence of gravity.
Mass wasting refers to the downslope movement of rock, soil, and debris under the influence of gravity.
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Question #173
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Which process is responsible for the formation of sinkholes?
Correct Answer: Option B
Explanation:
Sinkholes form in karst regions where soluble rocks such as limestone are dissolved by groundwater.
Sinkholes form in karst regions where soluble rocks such as limestone are dissolved by groundwater.
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Question #174
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Karst topography is mainly associated with:
Correct Answer: Option D
Explanation:
Karst topography develops in limestone regions due to the dissolving action of water.
Karst topography develops in limestone regions due to the dissolving action of water.
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Geography GK
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Question #175
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Stalactites and stalagmites are formed by:
Correct Answer: Option C
Explanation:
Stalactites hang from cave roofs while stalagmites rise from cave floors due to mineral deposition from dripping water.
Stalactites hang from cave roofs while stalagmites rise from cave floors due to mineral deposition from dripping water.
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Geography GK
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Question #176
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Which landform is formed when a river cuts deeply into a plateau?
Correct Answer: Option A
Explanation:
A canyon is a deep valley with steep sides formed by river erosion over long periods.
A canyon is a deep valley with steep sides formed by river erosion over long periods.
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Question #177
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The Grand Canyon was carved by which river?
Correct Answer: Option B
Explanation:
The Colorado River carved the Grand Canyon in the United States over millions of years.
The Colorado River carved the Grand Canyon in the United States over millions of years.
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Question #178
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Which desert is known as the 'Cold Desert' of Asia?
Correct Answer: Option D
Explanation:
The Gobi Desert experiences extremely cold winters and is therefore classified as a cold desert.
The Gobi Desert experiences extremely cold winters and is therefore classified as a cold desert.
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Question #179
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Which is the largest hot desert in the world?
Correct Answer: Option B
Explanation:
The Sahara Desert in Africa is the world's largest hot desert.
The Sahara Desert in Africa is the world's largest hot desert.
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Geography GK
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Question #180
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A narrow strip of fertile land in a desert is called:
Correct Answer: Option A
Explanation:
An oasis is a fertile area in a desert where water is available naturally.
An oasis is a fertile area in a desert where water is available naturally.
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Geography GK
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