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World Geographical Records

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World geographical records encompass the extremes of physical geography, including the largest lakes, islands, oceans, and trenches. These factual questions test knowledge of global superlatives and major geographical features. This topic is a staple in general studies sections of UPSC, state PSC, and SSC exams.

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World Geographical Records Questions

Multiple choice

What is the name of the largest theme park in the world?

  1. Disneyland

  2. Universal Studios

  3. Six Flags

  4. Legoland
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Explanation

Walt Disney World is located in Orlando, Florida, and is the largest theme park in the world, covering over 25,000 acres.

Multiple choice

How much sea ice covers the Arctic Ocean in the winter?

  1. 15 million square kilometers

  2. 25 million square kilometers

  3. 35 million square kilometers

  4. 45 million square kilometers
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Explanation

The Arctic Ocean is covered by about 15 million square kilometers of sea ice in the winter, which is about the size of the United States.

Multiple choice

How much sea ice covers the Antarctic Ocean in the winter?

  1. 18 million square kilometers

  2. 28 million square kilometers

  3. 38 million square kilometers

  4. 48 million square kilometers
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Explanation

The Antarctic Ocean is covered by about 18 million square kilometers of sea ice in the winter, which is about the size of the United States and Mexico combined.

Multiple choice

Where is permafrost found?

  1. Arctic

  2. Antarctic

  3. Subarctic

  4. All of the above
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Explanation

Permafrost is found in the Arctic, Antarctic, and Subarctic regions. It is also found in high-altitude areas, such as the Himalayas and the Andes Mountains.

Multiple choice

Which ocean current is responsible for the warm climate of Western Europe?

  1. Gulf Stream

  2. Kuroshio Current

  3. Humboldt Current

  4. Benguela Current
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Explanation

The Gulf Stream is a warm ocean current that originates in the Gulf of Mexico and flows along the eastern coast of North America before crossing the Atlantic Ocean to Western Europe. It brings warm water to the region, contributing to its mild climate.

Multiple choice

What is the name of the cold ocean current that flows along the western coast of South America?

  1. Gulf Stream

  2. Kuroshio Current

  3. Humboldt Current

  4. Benguela Current
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C Correct answer
Explanation

The Humboldt Current is a cold ocean current that flows along the western coast of South America. It originates in the Southern Ocean and brings cold, nutrient-rich water to the region, supporting a diverse marine ecosystem.

Multiple choice

Which ocean current is responsible for the formation of fog along the coast of California?

  1. Gulf Stream

  2. Kuroshio Current

  3. Humboldt Current

  4. California Current
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Explanation

The California Current is a cold ocean current that flows along the coast of California. It brings cold, nutrient-rich water to the region, which supports a diverse marine ecosystem. The cold water also causes fog to form along the coast.

Multiple choice

What is the name of the ocean current that flows from the Indian Ocean to the Pacific Ocean through the Indonesian Archipelago?

  1. Gulf Stream

  2. Kuroshio Current

  3. Indonesian Throughflow

  4. Benguela Current
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C Correct answer
Explanation

The Indonesian Throughflow is a warm ocean current that flows from the Indian Ocean to the Pacific Ocean through the Indonesian Archipelago. It is one of the largest ocean currents in the world and plays a significant role in regulating global climate.

Multiple choice

Which ocean current is responsible for the formation of the Great Barrier Reef?

  1. Gulf Stream

  2. Kuroshio Current

  3. East Australian Current

  4. Benguela Current
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C Correct answer
Explanation

The East Australian Current is a warm ocean current that flows along the eastern coast of Australia. It brings warm, tropical water to the region, which supports the growth of coral reefs. The Great Barrier Reef is the largest coral reef system in the world and is located along the coast of Queensland, Australia.

Multiple choice

What is the name of the ocean current that flows from the North Atlantic Ocean to the Arctic Ocean?

  1. Gulf Stream

  2. Kuroshio Current

  3. Norwegian Current

  4. Benguela Current
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C Correct answer
Explanation

The Norwegian Current is a warm ocean current that flows from the North Atlantic Ocean to the Arctic Ocean. It brings warm, salty water to the Arctic, which helps to keep the region ice-free.

Multiple choice

Which ocean current is responsible for the formation of the Benguela Upwelling?

  1. Gulf Stream

  2. Kuroshio Current

  3. Benguela Current

  4. Canary Current
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C Correct answer
Explanation

The Benguela Current is a cold ocean current that flows along the western coast of Africa. It brings cold, nutrient-rich water to the surface, which supports a diverse marine ecosystem. The Benguela Upwelling is a region of high biological productivity that is caused by the upwelling of cold, nutrient-rich water.

Multiple choice

What is the name of the ocean current that flows from the Pacific Ocean to the Indian Ocean through the Strait of Malacca?

  1. Gulf Stream

  2. Kuroshio Current

  3. Indonesian Throughflow

  4. Malacca Strait Current
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Explanation

The Malacca Strait Current is a warm ocean current that flows from the Pacific Ocean to the Indian Ocean through the Strait of Malacca. It is one of the most important shipping routes in the world.

Multiple choice

Which ocean current is responsible for the formation of the Agulhas Retroflection?

  1. Gulf Stream

  2. Kuroshio Current

  3. Agulhas Current

  4. Benguela Current
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C Correct answer
Explanation

The Agulhas Current is a warm ocean current that flows along the eastern coast of Africa. It brings warm, salty water to the region, which helps to keep the region ice-free. The Agulhas Retroflection is a region where the Agulhas Current turns back on itself and flows in the opposite direction.

Multiple choice

What is the name of the ocean current that flows from the North Pacific Ocean to the North Atlantic Ocean through the Bering Strait?

  1. Gulf Stream

  2. Kuroshio Current

  3. Bering Strait Current

  4. Benguela Current
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C Correct answer
Explanation

The Bering Strait Current is a cold ocean current that flows from the North Pacific Ocean to the North Atlantic Ocean through the Bering Strait. It brings cold, nutrient-rich water to the Arctic, which helps to keep the region ice-free.

Multiple choice

Which ocean current is responsible for the formation of the North Atlantic Deep Water?

  1. Gulf Stream

  2. Kuroshio Current

  3. North Atlantic Deep Water

  4. Benguela Current
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C Correct answer
Explanation

The North Atlantic Deep Water is a cold, dense ocean current that flows from the North Atlantic Ocean to the Southern Ocean. It is formed by the sinking of cold, salty water in the North Atlantic Ocean. The North Atlantic Deep Water plays an important role in regulating global climate.