A valley formed by a glacier resembles the letter

a. V
b. U
c. I
d. L

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Solution

The correct answer is option (b).

Explanation: A glacier forms a valley with steep sides and flat bottom by eroding rock minerals. This valley resembles the English alphabet 'U' and hence, is known as the U-shaped Valley.

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