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.
41. Which country lies to the west of Jordan?
[A] Syria
[B] Israel
[C] Iraq
[D] Saudi Arabia
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Correct Answer: B [Israel]
Notes:
The Republic of Jordan is an Arab country which lies in the west Asia region. Israel shares its borders with Jordan in the immediate East.
42. Which of the following water bodies is connected with Kazakhstan?
[A] Red sea
[B] Caspian sea
[C] Black sea
[D] Mediterranean sea
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Correct Answer: B [Caspian sea]
Notes:
The south western part of Kazakhstan is connected with Caspian sea, which is the largest inland water body of the world.
43. Which of the following country shares largest border with Niger?
[A] Nigeria
[B] Mali
[C] Chad
[D] Libya
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Correct Answer: A [Nigeria]
Notes:
The Republic of the Niger is a landlocked country situated in west Africa. It shares the largest border with Nigeria which is about 1497 km long.
44. Marble comes under which category of rocks?
[A] Sedimentary
[B] Igneous
[C] Metamorphic
[D] None of these
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Correct Answer: C [Metamorphic]
Notes:
Marble is a metamorphic rock that forms when limestone is subjected to the heat and pressure of metamorphism. It is composed primarily of the mineral calcite (CaCO3) and usually contains other minerals, such as clay minerals, micas, quartz, pyrite, iron oxides, and graphite. Under the conditions of metamorphism, the calcite in the limestone recrystallizes to form a rock that is a mass of interlocking calcite crystals.
45. Which of the below correctly defines Cloudburst?
[A] Formation of artificial rain
[B] Abnormally heavy downpour of rain, associated with thunderstorm
[C] Presence of scattered flakes of cloud in the sky
[D] Sowing of seeds of a crop in a cloudy weather
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Correct Answer: B [Abnormally heavy downpour of rain, associated with thunderstorm]
Notes:
A cloudburst is sudden copious rainfall. It is a sudden aggressive rainstorm falling for a short period of time limited to a small geographical area. Generally cloudbursts are associated with thunderstorms.
46. Sea breeze is formed during__?
[A] Day time
[B] Night time
[C] Both
[D] Seasonal
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Correct Answer: A [Day time]
Notes:
Sea breezes and all other winds blow from more atmospheric pressure to less atmospheric pressure. Water heats up and cools down slower than land. During the day, the land is heated up and is less dense than the water while at night, the water is less dense than the land. The more denser it is, the more the atmospheric pressure there is. Therefore, sea breezes occur during the day but not at night.
47. The deepest trench of the Indian Ocean is
[A] Java trench
[B] Aleutian trench
[C] Atacama trench
[D] Tizard trench
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Correct Answer: A [Java trench]
Notes:
The Sunda Trench, earlier known as the Java Trench, is the deepest point in the Indian Ocean. It is located in the northeastern Indian Ocean, with a length of 3,200 kilometres. The trench is considered to be part of the Pacific Ring of Fire as well as one of a ring of oceanic trenches around the northern edges of the Australian Plate.
48. Which is the longest mountain chain on Earth?
[A] Andes mountains
[B] Mid-Atlantic ridge
[C] Western Cordillera
[D] Himalayan range
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Correct Answer: A [Andes mountains]
Notes:
The world’s longest mountain chain is the Andes, about 7,000 km long. The chain stretches from north to south through seven countries in South America, along the west coast of the continent: Venezuela, Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, Bolivia, Chile, and Argentina.
49. World’s highest civilian Airport is located in which country or region?
[A] Bhutan
[B] Nepal
[C] India
[D] China
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Correct Answer: D [China]
Notes:
Daocheng Yading Airport is a civil airport in Garzê Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture. It is located at Haizi Mountain, 50 km away from the north of Daocheng County. Situated 4,411 meters above sea level, it is the highest civil airport in the world.
50. Which of the following regions in Poland is renowned for its stunning natural landscapes, including the Tatra Mountains?
[A] The Great Polish Plain
[B] The Silesian Lowlands
[C] The Tatra Mountains
[D] The Lublin Upland
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Correct Answer: C [The Tatra Mountains]
Notes:
Poland boasts diverse natural landscapes, among which the Tatra Mountains stand out. Located in the southern part of the country, they are part of the Carpathian mountain range and are known for their picturesque scenery, making them a popular destination for both tourists and outdoor enthusiasts.
