Static Quiz 16 September 2024
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Static Quiz 16 September 2024 for UPSC Prelims
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1. Question
Consider the following statements:
1. The oceanic circulation pattern roughly corresponds to the earth’s atmosphere circulation
pattern.
2. The mixing of warm and cold currents keeps the predators of fish away and increase the fish
population.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?CorrectAnswer: A
The mixing of warm and cold currents or upwelling brings out more nutrients and hence more
phytoplankton, increasing fish population which will therefore attract more predators. So,
statement 2 is not correct.IncorrectAnswer: A
The mixing of warm and cold currents or upwelling brings out more nutrients and hence more
phytoplankton, increasing fish population which will therefore attract more predators. So,
statement 2 is not correct. - Question 2 of 5
2. Question
Which of the following are the difference between the terrestrial and Jovian planets?
1. The sizes of the planets
2. The exposure to Solar winds
3. The presence of land
Select the correct answer using the code given below.CorrectAnswer: B
IncorrectAnswer: B
- Question 3 of 5
3. Question
Which of the following processes are included under diastrophism?
1. Earthquake
2. Cyclone
3. Orogeny
Select the correct answer using the code given below.CorrectAnswer: D
IncorrectAnswer: D
- Question 4 of 5
4. Question
Which of the following statements about salt weathering is/are correct?
1. It is more prevalent in deserts.
2. It often results in granular foliation.
Select the correct answer using the code given below.CorrectAnswer: B
Both the statements are correctIncorrectAnswer: B
Both the statements are correct - Question 5 of 5
5. Question
Consider the following statements:
1. Weathering is a pre-requisite for mass movement.
2. Mass movements are primarily aided by gravity.
3. Mass movements do not come under erosion though there is a shift of materials from one place
to another.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?CorrectAnswer: C
Gravity exerts its force on all matter, both bedrock and the products of weathering. So,
weathering is not a pre-requisite for mass movement though it aids mass movements. So,
statement 1 is not correctIncorrectAnswer: C
Gravity exerts its force on all matter, both bedrock and the products of weathering. So,
weathering is not a pre-requisite for mass movement though it aids mass movements. So,
statement 1 is not correct