West Bengal Police Constable Special Mock Test

Geography - Minerals & Rocks

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1) In the context of mineralogy, what is the primary distinction between a 'mineral' and an 'ore,' and how does this distinction impact mining strategies?

A) Environmental impact; affects sustainability

B) Economic value; dictates extraction

C) Physical properties; determines location

D) Chemical composition; influences processing

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2) Which type of rock is most likely to contain fossils?

A) Metamorphic

B) Sedimentary

C) Igneous

D) Volcanic

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3) Which process is primarily responsible for the formation of sedimentary rocks?

A) Erosion and deposition

B) Cooling and solidification

C) Metamorphism

D) Melting and recrystallization

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4) Which geomorphic process is responsible for the creation of river valleys?

A) Erosion

B) Deposition

C) Folding

D) Volcanism

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5) Which mineral is found in the Beldih mines of West Bengal?

A) Manganese

B) Lead

C) Copper

D) Gold

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6) Which type of weathering involves the chemical alteration of rock minerals?

A) Mechanical weathering

B) Biological weathering

C) Chemical weathering

D) Physical weathering

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7) The process of isostatic adjustment primarily affects which of the following?

A) Sea level

B) Atmosphere

C) Earth's crust

D) Climate

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8) Which of the following is a feature of a mature river landscape?

A) Waterfalls

B) V-shaped valley

C) Meanders

D) Steep gradient

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9) The Himalayas are an example of which type of geomorphic feature?

A) Plateau

B) Fold mountain

C) Volcanic arc

D) Block mountain

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10) Which of the following is a mineral?

A) Water

B) Oil

C) Air

D) Gold

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Curriculum

CT 35: Geography (Minerals & Rocks খনিজ ও শিলা)

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