myclass24
myclass24your class. your pace.
Q&A BANK

every question.
answered.

431 answers across CBSE, ICSE, and State boards — Class 1 to 12, every subject.

CBSEICSEState
SUBJECT
CLASS

Filtered results

431 TOTAL
GeographyClass 7All

Describe the climatic conditions of the Ganga – Brahmaputra basin which help in the agriculture.

Ans. The Ganga – Brahmaputra basin is very inhabitable for the men kind. The climatic conditions here are very good for the cultivation. Temperature is not so high here and it is good enough for the wheat, maize and other food crop cultivation. Monsoon is the major source of rainfall but besides that, Ganga and Brahmaputra are the rivers which provide water for irrigation through cannel. Western disturbances also help the crop to grow and they make the out product of agriculture better, like mangos rip in the month of November because of the rainfall cause by the western disturbances.

GeographyClass 7All

Why the Ganga – Brahmaputra basin is thickly populated and Amazon basin is not?

Ans. There are various reasons behind the thickness of this basin such as: The Ganga – Brahmaputra basin is very fertile basin which attract people to come and settled down here. Because of the level plain the transportation in this plain is easier than the other hilly areas. These river basins are located in the temperate regions of the world that’s why the climatic conditions are very inhabitable which support the life here.

GeographyClass 7All

What are the ecological characteristic of the Amazon basin?

Ans. The ecological characteristic of the Amazon basin is very importance because this region is still not touched by the process of industrialization. The ecological importance of the region can be seen under the following headings: The 20% of total earth’s water is in the Amazon River. This is a place of various types of species. These species do not found else where in the world. Cutting of the forests in this region due to the rapid rate of industrialization in the following years cause the disastrous consequences for the life on the earth. Various endangered species are also found in this region which is rare on the earth.

GeographyClass 7All

Differentiate between the Ganga – Brahmaputra basin and the Amazon basin.

Ans. The major differences between these two river basins are: Ganga – Brahmaputra basin Amazon basin 1. Climatic conditions: temperate climate is found here. These climatic conditions in this basin are very good, which helps in the production of crops. 2. Population density: Because of the very inhabitable climatic conditions, the population density is very high in these areas of the continent. 3. Cash crops: The major cash crops in this region are wheat, maize, sorghum, gram and millets etc. 4. Flora and fauna: Teak, Sal, Peepal are the most common trees and one horned rhinoceros are the important animals found in this areas. 1. Climatic conditions: In the Amazon basin tropical climatic conditions are often seen here. Though very unique species of plant and animal found here. 2. Population density: Population density is very low in these areas because the climatic conditions are not very inhabitable in these areas. 3. Cash crops: Coffee, maize and cocoa is the main cash crops in this basin. 4. Flora and fauna: Toucans, humming bird and the bird of Paradise are the some of the unique species. There is vegetation which is thick and dense.

GeographyClass 7All

Write a note on the life in the Amazon basin.

Ans. The river Amazon flows in the area of equatorial region. Because of its location the life in equatorial region is according to the climate and relief here. The life in the Amazon basin can be defined in the following heads: Climate: Because of the equatorial climatic conditions the temperature and the rainfall is higher in this region. Rain forests: The type of vegetation found here is called as the equatorial rain forests. Thick and dense forests are often seen this forest region. Species:The species which are found here are very uneven like the Piranhas can be seen here only. People and the rainforests: People here are totally mixed with the climatic and conditions prevail here. They made their house with slanting roof which is called as ‘maloca’ to save their houses from the heavy rain.

GeographyClass 7All

What is Terrace Farming?

Ans. Terrace farming is the method of farming on the hill slope. In this method the steep slopes are cut in a way that the surface does not allow the water to go down rapidly. Tea and coffee are the major plantation crops which are grown by this method on the hill slopes.

GeographyClass 7All

What are ‘Maloca’?

Ans. Maloca are the large apartment like houses with a steeply and slanting roof.

GeographyClass 7All

Which kinds of forests are found in the Amazon Basin?

Ans. Tropical evergreen forests are found in the Amazon Basin.

GeographyClass 7All

Where is the one-horned rhinoceros found?

Ans. they are found in the Brahmaputra basin.

GeographyClass 7All

What are the major cities located on the river Ganga?

Ans. The major cities located on the bank of river Ganga are: Haridwar Kanpur Allahabad Patna Varanasi Kolkatta Are the four major cities located near the bank of river Ganga.

GeographyClass 7All

Name the bird that you are likely to find in the rainforests of the Amazon.

Ans. Toucans, Humming bird and the bird of paradise with their brilliant colored plumage are the major birds found here.

GeographyClass 7All

What are the crops grown by the Amazon people.

Ans. the major crops of the Amazon basin are: Coffee, cocoa, and maize.

GeographyClass 7All

. Name the continent in which the Amazon Basin is located.

And. The Amazon basin is located in South America.

GeographyClass 7All

What kind of houses is common in areas of hot climate?

Ans. In the areas of hot climate, thick mud walled houses with thatched roofs are common. They use local materials to make the houses. Generally, mud clay, stones etc. are used to keep the houses cool.

GeographyClass 7All

Write name of two English and two Hindi newspapers?

Ans. Newspaper is printed in many languages. Few common English and Hindi pares are: The Hindustan Times (eng) The times of India (eng) Navbharat times (hindi) Amar Ujalla (hindi)

GeographyClass 7All

Name the place where houses are made of ice. What are these houses called?

Ans. Houses of ice are common in the polar region they are called igloo.

GeographyClass 7All

Name any 2 intercontinental railways.

Ans. There are many intercontinental railways. Some of them are: The Trans – Siberian Railways – Longest railway system connecting Moscow with Vladivostok The Canadian Pacific railway – connecting Vancouver to Montreal

GeographyClass 7All

What are the different names for the roads with 6-8 lanes in various countries?

Ans. The highways are known by different names in different countries. Some of the common names are: Motorways in England. Autobahns in Germany. Freeways in USA. Expressway in India.

GeographyClass 7All

What kind of houses is found in regions of heavy rainfall?

Ans. Regions of heavy rainfall have houses built on a platform or stilts as the water accumulates during the rains. Roofs of the houses are slanting, so that, water does not stand for long.

GeographyClass 7All

Name 2 factors responsible for more migration to cities

Ans. The pull factors responsible for increasing migration are: 1) Job opportunities. 2) Better education.

STILL STUCK?

Get a tutor for just your question.

One-on-one help, verified tutors. Matched within 24 hours.

Get Started →