Geography questions and answers

Geography Questions and Answers

So you think you know the world around you? Challenge yourself and learn new things with these Geography questions and answers. This Test is ideal for fellows preparing for Geography exams or just for your general knowledge and fun.

751.

One basic mineral that is common to Sokoto, Ewekoro, Calabar and Nkalagu is

A.

Gypsum

B.

Coal

C.

Marble

D.

Iron-Ore

E.

Limestone

Correct answer is E

No explanation has been provided for this answer.

752.

In which of the following rock types is petroleum mainly found?

A.

Metamorphic

B.

Plutonic

C.

Igneous

D.

Volcanic

E.

Sedimentary

Correct answer is E

No explanation has been provided for this answer.

753.

Fluid basic lava flow is likely to give rise to a volcanic_____________

A.

cinder

B.

saddle reef

C.

shield

D.

gap

Correct answer is C

A volcano is a rupture in the crust of a planetary-mass object, such as Earth, that allows hot lava, volcanic ash, and gases to escape from a magma chamber below the surface.

754.

A broad-based population pyramid is composed mainly

A.

active inhabitants

B.

old dependants

C.

young dependants

D.

more females than males

Correct answer is C

A broad based pyramid indicates that the people in the younger age category make up relatively large population. A narrow pointed top indicates that older people make up a small proportion of the population.

755.

The most extensive vegetation type in the area marked Z is the

A.

Mangrove swamp

B.

Coastal thicket

C.

Fresh water swam

D.

Guinea savannah

Correct answer is C

No explanation has been provided for this answer.