The Deccan Trap

Q. Explain the formation of Himalayas.

Q. Which region of India has witnessed recent volcanic activity?

1. Himalayas
2. Central highlands
3. Deccan trap
4. Dhinodhar Hills

Q. The lava from the volcanoes accumulated continously in the Deccan Trap region to form solid rocks called .

1. sedimentary rocks
2. igneous rocks
3. metamorphic rocks
4. porous rocks

Q. The Deccan Traps have large deposits of black soil.

1. False
2. True

Q. Fill in the blank with a suitable option:
The author uses the phrase "is written in" (line 27014) most likely to ______________.

1. demonstrate the concept of the hands-on nature of the work done by scientists
2. highlight the fact that scientists often write about their discoveries
3. underscore the sense of importance that scientists have regarding their work
4. reinforce the idea that the evidence is there and can be interpreted by scientists

Q. Which region of India has witnessed recent volcanic activity?

1. Himalayas
2. Central highlands
3. Deccan traps
4. No volcanoes in India