INSIGHT UPSC QUIZ

In earth atmosphere, which of the following continuously decreases with height?

Read the following statements carefully about interior of the Earth:

1. Asthenosphere is considered as source region of Mid-Oceanic Ridge Basalt.

2. Lower Mantle of the Earth’s surface is involved in plate tectonic movement and isostatic adjustments. 

3. Oxygen is the most abundant element in the Earth’s crust. 

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The soil conservation method in which mountain slope is cut into step is:

Maps on large scale, representing both natural and man-made features are called:

Sandstone is metamorphosed to:

The rock that results from solidification of molten lava from a volcano is an example of which of the following?

Which of the following Scientist proved that the path of each planet around the Sun is elliptical?

Which of the following mountain range separates Europe and Asia?

If speed of rotation of the earth increases, the weight of the body:

In which region does rainfall occur throughout the year?