Geography questions and answers

Geography Questions and Answers

So you think you know the world around you? Challenge yourself and learn new things with these Geography questions and answers. This Test is ideal for fellows preparing for Geography exams or just for your general knowledge and fun.

146.

Which of the following is a problem of landlocked countries?

A.

Security of goods

B.

Political stability

C.

Low freight cost

D.

Political dependence

Correct answer is D

No explanation has been provided for this answer.

147.

Which of the following is not a graphical representation of statistical data?

A.

Choropleth map

B.

Dot map

C.

Shaded map

D.

Star graph

Correct answer is C

All except shaded map are graphical representation of statistical data

148.

The lowest part in the soil profile is known as?

A.

top soil

B.

sub soil

C.

parent materials

D.

bedrock

Correct answer is D

No explanation has been provided for this answer.

149.

The type of water left in the soil after excess water has been drained off, following heavy rainfall is known as?

A.

Field capacity

B.

capillary water

C.

gravitational water

D.

hygroscopic water

Correct answer is A

Field capacity is the type of water left in the soil after excess water has been drained off, following heavy rainfall. This water is available to all plants.

150.

On maps, lines drawn to join all places in the ocean having equal degree of salinity are called?

A.

isohalines

B.

isobars

C.

isosalines

D.

isossal

Correct answer is A

Isohalines are lines drawn on maps to join all places in the ocean having equal degree of saltiness or concentration of salt or salinity