Rivers that pass through Himachal Pradesh are
Subject: Geography
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Which one of the following reflects back more sunlight as compared to other three
Which one of the following reflects back more sunlight as compared to other three?
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A geographic area with an altitude of 400 metres has following characteristics shown in table below.
A geographic area with an altitude of 400 metres has following characteristics shown in table below.
If this geographic area were to have a natural forest, which one of the following would it most likely be ?
Month J F M A M J J A S O N D
Average Maximum Temp. °C 3.1 3.1 3.1 3.1 3.0 3.0 2.9 2.8 2.9 2.9 3.0 2.1
Average Minimum Temp. °C 2.1 2.1 2.1 2.1 2.1 2.1 2.0 2.0 2.0 2.0 2.0 2.0
Rainfall (mm) 51 85 1.88 1.58 1.39 1.21 1.34 1.68 1.85 2.21 1.98 86 -
With reference to the mineral resources of India, consider the following pairs
With reference to the mineral resources of India, consider the following pairs:
Mineral 90% Natural sources in
1. Copper Jharkhand
2. Nickel Orissa
3. Tungsten Kerala
Which of the pairs give above is/are correctly matched? -
A new type of El Nino called El Nino Modoki appeared in the news. In this context, consider the following statements
A new type of El Nino called El Nino Modoki appeared in the news. In this context, consider the following statements:
1. Normal El Nino forms in the Central Pacific ocean whereas El-Nino Modoki forms in Eastern Pacific ocean.
2. Normal EI Nino results in diminished hurricanes in the Atlantic ocean but El Nino Modoki results in a greater number of hurricanes with greater frequency.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct ? -
In the context of global oil prices, “Brent crude oil” is frequently referred to in the news. What does this term imply? 1. It is a major classification of crude oil. 2. It is sourced from the North Sea. 3. It does not contain sulphur.
In the context of global oil prices, “Brent crude oil” is frequently referred to in the news. What does this term imply? 1. It is a major classification of crude oil. 2. It is sourced from the North Sea. 3. It does not contain sulphur.
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A layer in the Earthâs atmosphere called the ionosphere facilitates radio communication. Why
A layer in the Earthâs atmosphere called the ionosphere facilitates radio communication. Why?
1. The presence of ozone causes the reflection of radio waves to earth.
2. Radio waves have a very long wavelength. -
Westerlies in the southern hemisphere are stronger and persistent than in the northern hemisphere. Why
Westerlies in the southern hemisphere are stronger and persistent than in the northern hemisphere. Why?
1. Southern hemisphere has less landmass as compared to northern hemisphere.
2. Coriolis force is higher in southern hemisphere as compared to northern hemisphere. -
The jet aircrafts fly very easily and smoothly in the lower stratosphere. What could be the appropriate explanation
The jet aircrafts fly very easily and smoothly in the lower stratosphere. What could be the appropriate explanation?
1. There are no clouds or water vapour in the lower stratosphere.
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The Brahmaputra, Irrawaddy and Mekong Rivers originate in Tibet’s narrow and parallel mountain ranges in their upper reaches. Of these rivers, Brahmaputra makes a âUâ turn in its course to flow into India. This âUâ turn is due to
The Brahmaputra, Irrawaddy and Mekong Rivers originate in Tibet’s narrow and parallel mountain ranges in their upper reaches. Of these rivers, Brahmaputra makes a âUâ turn in its course to flow into India. This âUâ turn is due to