Multiple choice

Consider the following facts:

  1. Whirlpools arise when opposing currents of water collide.
  2. Whirlpools of relatively lesser intensity are known as maelstroms.
  3. The most powerful whirlpools are created in narrow, shallow straits with fast flowing water.

Which of the above are true?

  1. Both 1 and 2

  2. Both 2 and 3

  3. Both 1 and 3

  4. All three
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C Correct answer
Explanation

A whirlpool is a swirling body of water produced by the meeting of opposing currents. The vast majority of whirlpools are not very powerful. More powerful ones are properly termed as maelstroms. The most powerful whirlpools are created in narrow, shallow straits with fast flowing water.

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