Geography Quiz 7

1. The atmosphere can be heated upwards only from the Earth’s surface 
2. There is more moisture in the upper atmosphere 
3. The air is less dense in the upper atmosphere

Select the correct answer using the codes given below:

1. La Nina is characterized by unusually cold ocean temperature in equatorial Indian Ocean whereas El Nino is characterized by unusually warm ocean temperature in the equatorial pacific ocean. 
2. El Nino has adverse effect on south-west monsoon of India, but La Nina has no effect on monsoon climate.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

1. Southern hemisphere has less landmass as compared to northern hemisphere. 
2. Coriolis force is higher in southern hemisphere as compared to northern hemisphere.

1. The presence of ozone causes the reflection of radio waves to earth. 
2. Radio waves have a very long wavelength.

1. There are no clouds or water vapour in the lower stratosphere. 
2. There are no vertical winds in the lower stratosphere.

1. Biodiversity is normally greater in the lower latitudes as compared to the higher latitudes. 
2. Along the mountain gradients, biodiversity is normally greater in the lower altitudes as compared to the higher altitudes.

Which of the above statements are true?

1. Warm and dry climate 
2. Mild and wet winter 
3. Evergreen oak trees 

The above features are the distinct characteristics of which one of the following regions?