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Which among the following pairs related to Oceanic Relief features are correctly matched?

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1. GulfIt represents a large and deep coastal indentation, such that, the land surrounds the sea from the maximum part, leaving one narrow opening. 
2. BayIt is the part of the coast having an inward land curve in such a way that sea is enclosed by land on three sides.
3. StraitIt is the narrow water way connecting two large areas of landmass.

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ANSWER: (A)

Bay is a part of the coast, having an inward land curve, in such a way that the sea is enclosed by land on three sides. Contrary to this, Gulf represents a large and deep coastal indentation, such that land surrounds the sea from the maximum part, leaving one narrow opening. Strait is the narrow water way connecting two large areas of water bodies.     

GULF VERSUS BAY

A gulf is typically larger than a bay.

A bay is typically smaller than a gulf.

A gulf has a narrow mouth.

A bay has a wide mouth.

A gulf is less enclosed towards the water.

A bay is more enclosed towards the water.

A gulf is connected to the ocean. 

A bay is connected to the ocean or a lake.

 

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