Miscellaneous World Geography - Study Mode

[#276] Which among the following is the most populous city in the world?
Correct Answer

(D) Tokyo

Explanation

Solution: Tokyo is the most populous city in the world. Tokyo is still the world's largest city with 37 million inhabitants, but it's growth has plateaued and is projected to begin declining around 2020.

[#277] Oceans occupy per cent of the earth.
Correct Answer

(B) 71

Explanation

Solution: The oceans cover 71% of the Earth's surface and contain 97% of the Earth's water.

[#278] A strait is
Correct Answer

(A) A narrow stretch of sea connecting two extensive areas of sea

Explanation

Solution: A strait is a narrow body of water that connects two larger bodies of water. It may be formed by a fracture in an isthmus, a narrow body of land that connects two bodies of water. Tectonic shifts can lead to straits like this.

[#279] The world's largest delta system is the ________.
Correct Answer

(B) Ganges-Brahmaputra, India/Bangladesh

Explanation

Solution: The world's largest delta system is the Ganges-Brahmaputra, India/Bangladesh. The Ganges - Brahmaputra delta is the largest delta in the world. The delta is shared by both India and Bangladesh. It has an area of more than 105,000 sq. km and is one of the most fertile regions of the world.

[#280] 'Abadan' is well known as
Correct Answer

(B) The main oil terminal in Iran

Explanation

Solution: 'Abadan' is well known as the main oil terminal in Iran. Iranian nationalization project is the world's largest refinery at Abadan.