Miscellaneous World Geography - Study Mode

[#196] Muscovite, Phlogopite and Biotite are
Correct Answer

(B) Mica varieties

Explanation

Solution: Muscovite, Phlogopite and Biotite are Mica varieties. Muscovite, often called ‘white mica’, is the lightest colored mica mineral. Usually colorless, white or silver, occasionally yellow or brown. Phlogopite is a yellow, greenish, or reddish-brown member of the mica family of phyllosilicates. It is also known as magnesium mica or amber mica. Biotite is a common phyllosilicate mineral within the mica group. The high content of iron ions gives it a dark hue. It is sometimes called "iron mica" because it is more iron-rich than phlogopite.

[#197] The duration of the day and night is always equal at the
Correct Answer

(A) Equator

Explanation

Solution: The duration of the day and night is always equal at the Equator. The equator receives equal day and night throughout the year because it does not tilt in relation to the sun's location. Since the equator stays in the same place relative to the sun, the level of sunlight received throughout the year is nearly constant.

[#198] A narrow inlet of sea between cliffs or steep slopes, especially associated with Scandinavia is
Correct Answer

(C) Fjord

Explanation

Solution: A narrow inlet of sea between cliffs or steep slopes, especially associated with Scandinavia is Fjord. Fjords usually occur where ocean water flows into valleys formed near the coast by glaciers.

[#199] Which of the following countries does not share its border with Iraq?
Correct Answer

(D) Lebanon

Explanation

Solution: Lebanon does not share its border with Iraq. Iraq forms border with Syria, Jordan, Turkey, Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, Iran.

[#200] Which one of the following countries has the highest average of road length on per thousand square kilometer area basis?
Correct Answer

(B) Japan

Explanation

Solution: Japan has the highest average of road length on per thousand square kilometer area basis.