Physical Geography Questions: MCQs Set – 06

Which of the following is/are cited by the scientists as evidence/evidences for the continued expansion of universe?

1. Detection of microwaves in space
2. Observation of redshift phenomenon in space
3. Movement of asteroids in space
4. Occurrence of supernova explosions in space

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Which one of the following is the characteristic climate of the Tropical Savannah Region? (UPSC 2012, Civil Services, Paper 1)

Consider the following factors:

1. Rotation of the Earth
2. Air pressure and wind
3. Density of ocean water
4. Revolution of the Earth

Which of the above factors influence the ocean currents? (UPSC 2012, Civil Services, Paper 1)

Normally, the temperature decreases with the increase in height from the Earth’s surface, because

1. the atmosphere can be heated upwards only from the Earth’s surface
2. there is more moisture in the upper atmosphere
3. the air is less dense in the upper atmosphere

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Consider the following : (UPSC 2013, Civil Services, Paper 1)

1. Electromagnetic radiation
2. Geothermal energy
3. Gravitational force
4. Plate movements
5. Rotation of the earth
6. Revolution of the earth

Which of the above are responsible for bringing dynamic changes on the surface of the earth?

On the planet earth, most of the freshwater exists as ice caps and glaciers. Out of the remaining freshwater, the largest proportion (UPSC 2013, Civil Services, Paper 1)

The annual range of temperature in the interior of the continents is high as compared to coastal areas. What is/are the reason/reasons? (UPSC 2013, Civil Services, Paper 1)

1. Thermal difference between land and water
2. Variation in altitude between continents and oceans
3. Presence of strong winds in the interior
4. Heavy rains in the interior as compared to coasts

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The most important fishing grounds of the world are found in the regions where (UPSC 2013, Civil Services, Paper 1)

Which of the following is/are unique characteristic/characteristics of equatorial forests? (UPSC 2013, Civil Services, Paper 1)

1. Presence of tall, closely set trees with crowns forming a continuous canopy
2. Coexistence of a large number of species
3. Presence of numerous varieties of epiphytes

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Which of the following phenomena might have influenced the evolution of organisms? (UPSC 2014, Civil Services, Paper 1)
1. Continental drift
2. Glacial cycles
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