World & Physical Geography MCQs
World Geography Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) Quiz for State and UPSC Civil Services Examinations. Objective Questions on Physical Geography and World Geography for competitive examinations.
11. How many times large would our sun have to be to supernova?
[A] 100 solar masses
[B] 2 solar masses
[C] 8 solar masses
[D] 20 solar masses
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Correct Answer: C [8 solar masses]
Notes:
It takes a star at least 8 solar masses to be massive enough to Supernova. Therefore our Sun has to be at least 8 times as large than it is now
12. Which among the following is not a satellite of Uranus?
[A] Titania
[B] Ganymede
[C] Ariel
[D] Oberon
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Correct Answer: B [Ganymede]
Notes:
Ganymede, the satellite of Jupiter is the largest satellite in the solar system. The satellites of Uranus include – Ariel, Titania, Oberon, Umbriel and Miranda.
13. The Largest mass extinction marks the end of which Era?
[A] Paleozoic
[B] Mesozoic
[C] Cenozoic
[D] Neoproterozoic
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Correct Answer: A [Paleozoic]
Notes:
The Largest mass extinction marks the extinction of the Paleozoic era. Almost 95% of all the life forms disappears in the fossil record.
14. Which among the following statements is/are correct?
- The oceanic crust mainly consists of granitic rocks
- The continental crust mainly comprises of basaltic rocks
Select the correct code from the options given below:
[A] Only 1
[B] Only 2
[C] Both 1 & 2
[D] Neither 1 & 2
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Correct Answer: D [Neither 1 & 2]
Notes:
The continental crust forms the continents and is mostly comprised of granite. The oceanic crust lies below the oceans and consist mostly of basalt.
15. Which among the following is not an example of Acidic Rock?
[A] Granite
[B] Quartz
[C] Basalt
[D] Feldspar
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Correct Answer: C [Basalt]
Notes:
Basalt is a basic igneous rock. Acidic rocks have a high content of silica. Eg. Granite, Quartz and Feldspar.
16. What does the word ‘Pangaea’ mean?
[A] All Earth
[B] All Ocean
[C] All Mountains
[D] All Volcanoes
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Correct Answer: A [All Earth]
Notes:
According to Alfred Wegener, 200 million years ago, the continents were joined together forming the Suoercontinent Pangaea meaning ‘All Earth’.
17. Hummocks, Pingos and Plasas are associated with which of the following processes of formation?
[A] Cryogenic process
[B] Fluvial process
[C] Aeolian process
[D] Glacial process
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Correct Answer: A [Cryogenic process]
Notes:
Cryogenic landforms are associated with the permafrost formations. They typically occurin ice covered regions.
Landforms of cryogenic processes include:
Pingos
Plasas
Lithalsa
Hummocks,etc
18. Which is the largest lake in the European Union?
[A] Vanern
[B] Taymyr
[C] Albert
[D] Saimaa
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Correct Answer: A [Vanern]
Notes:
Vanern is the largest lake in Sweden. It is the largest lake in the European Union. It covers an area of 5655 sq.km.
19. Which among the following mountain ranges extend from Kazakhstan to northern China?
[A] Altai
[B] Andes
[C] Atlas
[D] Vosges
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Correct Answer: A [Altai ]
Notes:
The Altai mountain range in Central Asia, is a young folded mountain range which extends from Kazakhstan to northern China. The Belukha Mountain is the highest peak in Altai.
20. Which among the following mountains is also known as ‘Savage Mountain’?
[A] K2
[B] Mount Everest
[C] Kangchenjunga
[D] Lhotse
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Correct Answer: A [K2]
Notes:
K2, Karakoram is the second highest mountain in the world. It is 8611 m in height. It is nicknamed as ‘Savage Mountain’.
