Q27
The Himalayan region is poor in mineral resources because ________
A.
It is made of crystalline rocks
B.
The displacement of rock strata has disturbed the arrangement of rock and made it complex
AnswerC.
The climatic conditions are not suitable for exploitation of minerals
D.
The terrain makes exploitation of minerals difficult and very costly due to transport difficulties
Answer: Option B
Solution
Answer: Option B
Solution:
The Himalayan region is poor in mineral resources because the displacement of rock strata has disturbed the arrangement of rock and made it complex.