Q. With reference to geographical features, consider the following statements:
- The Caspian Sea is the world's largest enclosed inland body of water.
- The Dead Sea is the lowest point on Earth's surface not covered by water.
- The Great Salt Lake is a remnant of the ancient Lake Bonneville.
- The Black Sea connects to the Mediterranean Sea through the Kerch Strait.
How many of the above statements are correct?
Answer:
Only three
Notes:
- The Caspian Sea is the world's largest enclosed inland body of water: Correct. It spans over 371,000 square kilometers.
- The Dead Sea is the lowest point on Earth's surface not covered by water: Correct. It lies at approximately 430 meters below sea level.
- The Great Salt Lake is a remnant of the ancient Lake Bonneville: Correct. It is the largest saltwater lake in the Western Hemisphere.
- The Black Sea connects to the Mediterranean Sea through the Kerch Strait: Incorrect. The Black Sea connects to the Mediterranean Sea through the Turkish Straits, which include the Bosporus, the Sea of Marmara, and the Dardanelles.