Miscellaneous World Geography - Study Mode

[#576] Which part of Europe is most densely populated?
Correct Answer

(B) Western Europe

Explanation

Solution: Western Europe is most densely populated because they have flatter land, good soils and a mild climate.

[#577] The world's most humid continent is
Correct Answer

(D) South America

Explanation

Solution: As most of the South America lies in humid temperate zone & also the fact that equator passes through South America, the climate is mostly humid.

[#578] The World's biggest concrete structure "Three Gorges Dam" is located in which of the following countries?
Correct Answer

(A) China

Explanation

Solution: "Three Gorges Dam" is a hydroelectric dam built across Yangtze River in Hubei Province of China.

[#579] India is developing Chabahar Port in which of the following countries?
Correct Answer

(C) Iran

Explanation

Solution: As the counter measure to the Gwadar port being developed by rival nations China & Pakistan in Pakistan,
India is developing the strategically important Chabahar port in Iran. This port will provide India an access to Central Asian countries & Afghanistan.

[#580] 'The Scented Isle' in the Mediterranean Sea is
Correct Answer

(B) Corsica

Explanation

Solution: 'The Scented Isle' in the Mediterranean Sea is Corsica. Corsica is the fourth largest island (after Sicily, Sardinia, and Cyprus) in the Mediterranean. It lies 105 miles (170 km) from southern France and 56 miles (90 km) from northwestern Italy, and it is separated from Sardinia by the 7-mile (11-km) Strait of Bonifacio. Ajaccio is the capital.