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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    B)Appearance of clouds in sky
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    A)Transplanting of paddy seedlings
    B)Covering the roots of plants with loose material, dung, etc. in order to protect them from soil erosion etc.
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    D)Nitrogen fixation of soil by use of fertilizers
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    C)North East Pacific
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    A)Lack of coal
    B)Lack of rolling stock
    C)Existence of single track in many areas
    D)The presence of three types of gauges
    Answer: The presence of three types of gauges
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    A)Barail and Patkai hills
    B)Arakan Yoma and Pegu Yoma
    C)Garo, Khasi and Jaintia hills
    D)Khasi and Pegu Yoma
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    C)Time
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