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Geography GK · Q184

Miscellaneous World Geography

Competitive Exams · Geography GK · question 184

Q184

Fog is common around Newfoundland coast because ________

A.
High tides occur, causing storms
B.
The rainfall is heavy
C.
Warm and cold currents meet
Answer
D.
Icebergs melt around the coast

Answer: Option C

Solution

Answer: Option C
Solution:
Fog is common around Newfoundland coast because Warm and cold currents meet. When cold and warm ocean current meet, the warm ocean current condenses after getting in contact with cold air and it results into fog. Example: Fog is found in Newfoundland Coast of North America due to meeting of warm Gulf Stream and cold Labrador Current.