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.

2,141.

The environmental lapse rate is a decrease of temperature by

A.

6.50c for every 1,000 metres of ascent

B.

6.50F for every 1,000 metres of ascent

C.

6.50F for every 1,000 metres of descent

D.

6.50c for every 1,000 metres of descent

Correct answer is A

No explanation has been provided for this answer.

2,142.

Convectional rains are typical

A.

polar areas

B.

mediterranean areas

C.

monsoon areas

D.

equatorial areas

Correct answer is D

No explanation has been provided for this answer.

2,143.

Precipitation includes all the following except

A.

dust

B.

dew

C.

snow

D.

fog

Correct answer is A

No explanation has been provided for this answer.

2,144.

The difference between the temperatures of the hottest and coldest months of a place is the

A.

length of the rainy season

B.

mean annual temperature

C.

annual range of temperature

D.

total monthly temperature

Correct answer is C

No explanation has been provided for this answer.

2,145.

Isotherms are lines drawn on maps joining places having equal

A.

rainfall

B.

cloudliness

C.

pressure

D.

temperature

Correct answer is D

No explanation has been provided for this answer.