A narrow inlet of the sea between two land masses is called: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

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A narrow inlet of the sea between two land masses is called:

A. Lagoon

B. Gulf

C. Strait

D. Bay

Answer: Option C

Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)

A strait is a narrow water passage connecting two larger bodies of water.

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