Q. Which of the following is an example of semi-arid desert?
Answer: Utah
Notes: Deserts are classified into four types: 1. Hot and Dry Deserts: High temperatures, high evaporation, low precipitation, strong winds, and low humidity. Example: Thar Desert, Rajasthan. 2. Cold Deserts: Located in higher latitudes, characterized by dry air. Example: Ladakh. 3. Semi-Arid Deserts: Cooler than hot deserts, receiving some winter rainfall. Example: Utah Desert. 4. Coastal Deserts: Found along coastlines, with warm summers and cool winters. Example: Atacama Desert.

This Question is Also Available in:

हिन्दी

This question is part of 40000+ General Studies MCQ Series Course on GKToday Android app.

Question Number: 120 in Physical Geography - Important Plains and Deserts in above course in App.