A. A piece of land surrounded by water on three sides

B. A narrow strip of land connecting two larger landmasses

C. A piece of land completely surrounded by water

D. A deep valley formed by river erosion

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1.
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A person who studies rocks and soils is called _?
Correct Answer: D. Geologist
One-liner
A person who studies rocks and soils is called a Geologist.
2.
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What is the soft form of coal?
Correct Answer: C. Bituminous
One-liner
The soft form of coal is Bituminous coal.
3.
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Water moving into soil:
Correct Answer: B. Percolation
One-liner
Water moving into soil is called percolation.
4.
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What is the highest plateau in Pakistan?
Correct Answer: B. Deosai Plains
One-liner
The highest plateau in Pakistan is the Deosai Plains, located at an average elevation of about 4,114 meters (13,497 feet) above sea level.
5.
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The hardest substance in the world is known as?
Correct Answer: A. Diamond
One-liner
The hardest naturally occurring substance in the world is Diamond.
6.
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Sedimentary rocks make up what percentage of the Earth's crust?
Correct Answer: D. 75%
One-liner
Sedimentary rocks make up 75% of the Earth's crust.
7.
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Desert movement is the resultant feature of which process?
Correct Answer: D. Weathering
One-liner
Desert movement is the resultant feature of weathering, which breaks down rocks into smaller particles that can be transported by wind.
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What is a peninsula?
Correct Answer: A. A piece of land surrounded by water on three sides
One-liner
A peninsula is a piece of land surrounded by water on three sides.
9.
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The study of rock is called?
Correct Answer: A. Petrology
One-liner
The study of rocks is called Petrology.
10.
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Soil erosion is caused by?
Correct Answer: A. Wind
One-liner
Soil erosion is primarily caused by wind and water, which remove the top layer of soil through natural forces.

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