Deserts & Grasslands — Set 3
Geography · रेगिस्तान और घास के मैदान · Questions 21–30 of 50
The 'Tundra' is a type of cold grassland found in?
Correct Answer: A. Arctic regions
Tundra ecosystems are treeless regions found in the Arctic and on the tops of mountains. They are characterized by permafrost, where the subsoil is permanently frozen. Vegetation consists mostly of mosses, lichens, and small shrubs.
Which of the following is a desert located in Central Asia, shared by Uzbekistan and Kazakhstan?
Correct Answer: D. Kyzylkum Desert
The Kyzylkum Desert is the 16th largest desert in the world. It is situated in Central Asia between the rivers Amu Darya and Syr Darya. The name translates to 'Red Sand' in Turkic languages.
The 'Campos' are tropical grasslands located in which country?
Correct Answer: A. Brazil
The Campos are tropical grasslands found in southern Brazil and parts of Paraguay. They are similar to the Savanna but are located at higher altitudes. The region is widely used for agriculture and grazing.
Which desert is famous for the 'Death Valley'?
Correct Answer: A. Mojave Desert
Death Valley is located in the Mojave Desert in Eastern California. It holds the record for the highest reliably recorded air temperature on Earth. It is a basin that sits 282 feet below sea level.
The 'Great Sandy Desert' is located in which country?
Correct Answer: B. Australia
The Great Sandy Desert is an arid region in the northwest of Western Australia. It is the second largest desert in Australia after the Great Victoria Desert. It is known for its linear sand dunes and vast flat plains.
Which desert is shared by India and Pakistan?
Correct Answer: A. Thar Desert
The Thar Desert, also known as the Great Indian Desert, spans the border between India and Pakistan. Most of it lies in the Indian state of Rajasthan. It is the most densely populated desert in the world.
The 'Taiga' ecosystem is also known as?
Correct Answer: D. Boreal forest
Taiga is the world's largest land biome and consists primarily of coniferous forests. It is located in the high northern latitudes of North America and Eurasia. It experiences long, cold winters and short, cool summers.
In which continent is the 'Patagonian Desert' located?
Correct Answer: C. South America
The correct answer is 'South America'. The Patagonian Desert is the largest desert in Argentina and the 8th largest in the world. It is a cold winter desert with temperatures rarely exceeding 12 degrees Celsius. The Andes Mountains to its west contribute to its arid state.
What are 'Dunes' in a desert?
Correct Answer: A. Mounds of sand formed by wind
Dunes are landforms composed of wind-blown sand in the form of mounds or ridges. They are a common feature in most deserts and coastal regions. Their shape and size are determined by wind speed and direction.
The 'Rub' al Khali' desert, also known as the Empty Quarter, is part of?
Correct Answer: B. Arabian Desert
The Rub' al Khali is the largest continuous sand desert in the world. It covers the southern third of the Arabian Peninsula. It is known for its reddish-orange sand dunes that can reach up to 250 meters in height.