Earth - Study Mode

[#196] Equator represents
Correct Answer

(B) Imaginary line passing round the Earth midway between North & South poles

Explanation

Solution: An equator of a rotating spheroid is its zeroth circle of latitude. It is the imaginary line on the spheroid's surface, equidistant from its poles, dividing it into northern and southern hemispheres.

[#197] Through which one of the following countries the Tropic of Cancer does not pass through?
Correct Answer

(D) Nepal

Explanation

Solution: The Tropic of Cancer does not pass through Nepal.

[#198] A one-day Cricket match between India and England starts at 10.00 A.M. in London. The direct telecast of the match will begin in India at ________
Correct Answer

(C) 3.30 P.M.

Explanation

Solution: A one-day Cricket match between India and England starts at 10.00 A.M. in London 3.30 P.M. The direct telecast of the match will begin in India at India is 5 hours and 30 minutes ahead of London, UK.

[#199] Tides are caused by the gravitational pull of the
Correct Answer

(C) Sun and Moon on the Earth

Explanation

Solution: Tides are caused by the gravitational pull of the Sun and Moon on the Earth. Due to gravitational effect of Sun & Moon on Earth, the water in the oceans tends to rise causing tides in nearby coastal areas.

[#200] 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
Correct Answer

(B) Geyser

Explanation

Solution: 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 Geyser. Geyser (Icelandic for "gusher") is the name of an erupting flow of heated water from the ground in Iceland.