Static Quiz 02 December 2023
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Static Quiz 02 December 2023 for UPSC Prelims
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1. Question
Consider the following statements regarding lavas
1. Basaltic lava flow slowly and seldom travel far before solidifying.
2. Basaltic lava flow is common along the constructive boundaries (divergent boundary).
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?CorrectCorrect Answer : B
Due to their high fluidity, they flow readily with a speed of 10 to 30 miles per hour.
Hence, statement 1 is incorrect.IncorrectCorrect Answer : B
Due to their high fluidity, they flow readily with a speed of 10 to 30 miles per hour.
Hence, statement 1 is incorrect. - Question 2 of 5
2. Question
Consider the following statements regarding Cirrus clouds
1. Cirrus clouds are formed at high altitudes (8,000 – 12,000m).
2. These are extremely dense and opaque to the rays of the sun.
3. They are thin and detached clouds having a feathery appearance.
Which of the statements given above are correct?CorrectCorrect Answer : C
Cirrus clouds are formed at high altitudes (8,000 – 12,000m). They are thin and
detached clouds having a feathery appearance. They are always white in colour.IncorrectCorrect Answer : C
Cirrus clouds are formed at high altitudes (8,000 – 12,000m). They are thin and
detached clouds having a feathery appearance. They are always white in colour. - Question 3 of 5
3. Question
Consider the following statements regarding drainage patterns
1. A drainage pattern is described as discordant if it does not correlate to the topology and
geology of the area.
2. Antecedent Drainage cuts through the newly formed landform and maintains the same path.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?CorrectCorrect Answer : C
IncorrectCorrect Answer : C
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4. Question
Which of the following are hot local winds?
1. Chinook
2. Harmattan
3. Norwester
4. Bora
Select the correct answer using the code given below:CorrectCorrect Answer : A
Bora: Cold, dry wind Blows from Hungary to North ItalyIncorrectCorrect Answer : A
Bora: Cold, dry wind Blows from Hungary to North Italy - Question 5 of 5
5. Question
Consider the following statements
1. Water at high pressure smoothly flows to the top through the vent and condenses at the
surface giving rise to a Geyser.
2. Generally, geysers are located near active volcanic areas.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?CorrectCorrect Answer : B
Steam or water at high pressure smoothly flows to the top through the vent and
condense at the surface giving rise to a spring. Hence, statement 1 is incorrect.IncorrectCorrect Answer : B
Steam or water at high pressure smoothly flows to the top through the vent and
condense at the surface giving rise to a spring. Hence, statement 1 is incorrect.
