UPSC Geography Interior of the Earth / पृथ्वी का आंतरिक भाग Question Bank Structure and Relief

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    Consider the following statements:

    A)  Bhangar is composed of old alluvium.

    B)  Bhangar is always above the level of the flood plains

    C)  It is often impregnated with calcareous concretions

    D)  It does not contain any fossils of animals Which of the above statements is not correct?

    Correct Answer: D

    Solution :

     The Khadar is composed of newer alluvium and forms the flood plains along the river banks. A new layer of alluvium is deposited by river flood almost every year. These deposits are normally confined to the vicinity of the present river channels.


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