Tag: landforms of the earth and internal forces

Volcanic eruptions do not occur in the ____________.

The interval between two high tides is approximately _________.

Identify the odd one.

On the planet Earth, most of the fresh water exists as ice caps and glaciers. Out of the remaining fresh water, the largest proportion _____________.

Extensive coral formations develop between 30°N and 30°S especially on the sides of the landmasses.

Which of the following theory is related to origin of tides.
1. Isostasy theory 
2. Dynamic theory of Laplace
3. Canal theory of G. B. Airy
4. Equilibrium theory of Newton.

Identify the incorrect statement (s).
1. Other things being equal, the differential effect of wave refraction tends to smooth the coastal outline.
2. A wave of translation can be a powerful force of destruction.
3. Waves often change direction as they approach the shore, a phenomenon known as Wave Refraction.
4. Wave amplitude is one half of the wavelength. 

Evaporation is greater when __________.

The most important fishing grounds of the world are found in the regions where ___________.

Consider the following statements:
1. Nearly 30% of the petroleum production in the world is from the offshore areas.
2. The exclusive economic zone in the oceans extends upto 100 nautical miles from the coast. 
3. Only less than 1% of marine area is declared as protected area.
4. The largest marine protected area is the Great Barrier Reef.
Which of the statements given above are correct?