Q. The phenomenon known as the “Midnight Sun” is caused by

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Correct Answer : Inclination of the Earth's axis

Q. The phenomenon of ‘trade winds’ takes place due to

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Correct Answer : Convection of heat

Q. The phenomenon of an opening occurring in the Earth’s surface through which a Jet of hot water and steam is forced out at irregular intervals is called

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Correct Answer : Geyser

Q. The phenomenon of Aurora Borealis, the display of red and green lights in northern hemisphere is due to radiations from ________

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Correct Answer : Ionosphere

Q. The piligrims of Kailash Mansarovar have to pass through which pass to enter into Tibet?

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Correct Answer : Lipu Lekh

Q. The place of origin of an earthquake is called

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Correct Answer : Seismic focus

Q. The place on the Earth’s surface above the focus is called the

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Correct Answer : Epicentre

Q. The place to receive annual rainfall below 50cm is

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Correct Answer : Leh in Kashmir