The Karakoram Range contains how many peaks higher than 7,500 meters? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

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The Karakoram Range contains how many peaks higher than 7,500 meters?

A. 22

B. 12

C. 18

D. 8

Answer: Option C

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The Karakoram contains 18 summits higher than 7,500 meters (24,600 feet) in elevation[reference:96].

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Question #1

The average height of the Karakoram Range is approximately:

A. 5,000 meters

B. 6,100 meters

C. 7,000 meters

D. 8,000 meters

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Correct Answer: Option B

Explanation:
The Karakoram Range has an average height of about 20,000 feet (6,100 meters)[reference:21].

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Question #2

Which mountain range is known as the 'Himalayan foothills'?

A. Aravalli

B. Shiwalik Range

C. Karakoram

D. Zanskar Range

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Correct Answer: Option B

Explanation:
The Shiwalik Range is the outermost Himalayan foothill range.

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Question #3

At least how many globally threatened species occur in the Western Ghats?

A. 425

B. 225

C. 325

D. 125

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Correct Answer: Option C

Explanation:
At least 325 globally threatened species occur in the Western Ghats[reference:156].

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