INSIGHT UPSC QUIZ

Consider the following geological phenomena:
I. Development of a fault
II. Movement along a fault
III. Impact produced by a volcanic eruption
IV. Folding of rocks
Which of the above causes earth-quakes?

In mountainous areas a natural cause for road blocks is often

Which of the following is the most abundant metal on Earth’s crust?

Mounds of sand formed by wind action are called:

Most of the devastating earthquakes are usually caused by:

Virtually treeless, sparse vegetation is found in:

The Mediterranean region are characterized by heavy rain in:

The land forms formed by wave erosion is:

Grassland ecosystem has which type of biomass pyramid?

Which is a tropical food crop requiring a temperature of 270 C and a rain fall more than 100 cm?