The continental shelf is: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

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The continental shelf is:

A. An underwater mountain

B. A deep trench

C. A gently sloping submerged extension of continents

D. The deepest ocean zone

Answer: Option C

Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)

The continental shelf is the shallow submerged border of continents.

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The world's largest lava plateau is:

A. Tibetan Plateau

B. Deccan Plateau

C. Columbia Plateau

D. Ethiopian Plateau

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Correct Answer: Option B

Explanation:
The Deccan Traps represent one of the largest volcanic provinces on Earth.

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The International Date Line roughly follows:

A. 180° Longitude

B. 0° Longitude

C. 90° West

D. 90° East

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A V-shaped valley is mainly formed by:

A. Sea waves

B. Rivers

C. Glaciers

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Correct Answer: Option B

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Young rivers erode vertically, creating V-shaped valleys.

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