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The ocean surface currents follow clockwise circulatory paths in the northern parts of the Pacific and Atlantic oceans due to the ________

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Why are the ports of Baltic sea opened for trade in winter?

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The reason behind broadening the river valley is

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Which one of the following factors is responsible for the change in the regular direction of the ocean currents in the Indian Ocean?

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Imaginary lines connecting places in oceans having equal salinity are called

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The ideal conditions for coral growth are:
I. water temperature around 20°C
II. tropical waters (between 30°N and 30°S)
III. highly saline water
IV. adequate oxygen

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Which of the following current is responsible for rise in temperature in westen Europe?

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What is the correct decreasing order of the share of different salts in sea water?

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Which one of the following European countries borders Atlantic Ocean?

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The Lena river passes through which country?

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Which factors influence ocean currents?
I. Coriolis force
II. Local winds
III. Waves
IV. Continent shape

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The largest delta of the World is

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The Coast of Norway is an example of

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Find the odd

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Ring of Fire is found commonly in

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Niagara Falls is located between which of the following pairs of lakes?

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The Dogger Bank, the main fishing area of Europe, lies in

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Why are major fishing areas of the world confined to the temperate zone?
I. Cold and warm currents meet, creating conditions favourable for plankton growth
II. The fish of these waters are highly palatable as human food
III. There is a ready mark, in the land masses of the zone
IV. The existence of submarine plateaus help in growth of fish population

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Which of the following connects the ocean floor level with the continental level ?

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In which of the ocean is Sargasso Sea?

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