WAEC Geography Past Questions & Answers - Page 102

506.

The shallow part of the sea adjoining the coast is called

A.

continental shelf

B.

continental slope

C.

oceanic island

D.

oceanic plateau

Correct answer is B

No explanation has been provided for this answer.

507.

Which of the following is a feature commonly found in the youthful stage of a river?

A.

Levee

B.

Delta

C.

Oxbow lake

D.

Interlocking spur

Correct answer is D

No explanation has been provided for this answer.

508.

The process by which rocks are disintegrated by physical and chemical means in situ is known as

A.

depositions

B.

erosion

C.

transportation

D.

weathering

Correct answer is D

No explanation has been provided for this answer.

509.

Through what process are rift valleys formed?

A.

Folding

B.

Erosion

C.

Faulting

D.

Weathering

Correct answer is C

No explanation has been provided for this answer.

510.

Which of the following are circular depressions formed on the bed of a river in its upper course by pebbles carried by the river?

A.

Potholes

B.

Plunge pools

C.

Gorges

D.

Rapids

Correct answer is C

No explanation has been provided for this answer.