Question

Consider the statements regarding geysers which are special type of hot springs.

1. Hot water and vapour spouts from geyser tube intermittently.

2.It represents the minor form of broader processes of vulcanicity.

3. It is found only in tropical regions.

Choose the incorrect statement/s from the following code.

• A. 2, 3 only.
• B. 1, 2 only
• C. 2 only
• D. 3 only

Answer 1

The correct option is D

3 only

A geyser is a spring characterized by intermittent discharge of water ejected turbulently and

accompanied by steam. Over one thousand known geysers exist worldwide. At least 1,283 geysers have erupted in Yellowstone National Park, Wyoming, United States, Valley of geysers, Russia etc. Thus it

is found also in the temperate regions.