geomorphology & earth landforms section 9 MCQ Questions & Answers Detailed Explanation

Question : 1

The largest desert of South Asia is

a) Kalahari

b) Atacama

c) Thar

d) Colorado

Question : 2

Desert is defined as the area where

a) Annual rain occurs less than 25 cm

b) Temperature remains more than 42º C

c) Prominance of sand barrows

d) No plants are found

Question : 3

Earthquakes are important in landform studies because they can trigger catastrophic events like

1. landslides and mudflows
2. Glacier surges
3. Tsunamis causing damage and shoreline changes

a) 1 and 2

b) 1, 2 and 3

c) 1 and 3

d) 3 only

Question : 4

What is the name of mid-latitude grassland in South America?

a) Veld

b) Prairie

c) Steppes

d) Pampas

Question : 5

The highest grade and best quality coal is

a) Bituminous

b) Lignite

c) Anthracite

d) Peat

Question : 6

‘Esker’ is a geomorphic feature developed by

a) glaciofluvial deposits

b) mechanical weathering

c) aeolian deposits

d) river action