Geography World Geography

Q. A strait is

A
A wide indentation into the land formed by a sea or a lake
B
A narrow stretch of sea connecting two extensive areas of sea
C
A narrow strip of land joining two large land-masses
D
A narrow headland

Correct Answer

A narrow stretch of sea connecting two extensive areas of sea

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    A)76 years
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    Answer: 76 years
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    Answer: Sleet
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    B)Increased death rate due to lack of amenities
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    C)Little Bitter Lake
    D)Lake Timsah
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    C)Satpura
    D)Vindhya
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    C)I and II
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