Which place in the world is known for the least amount of rainfall?
A
Cairo (Egypt)
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B
Yarkand (China)
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C
Atacama (Chile)
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D
Thar (Rajasthan)
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Solution
The correct option is C Atacama (Chile) Chile is
the place in the world which is known for the least amount of rainfall. The
lowest average rainfall in Chile is found in the city of Arica. Average
rainfall of Arica is 0.03 inch per year. Atacama Desert surrounds the city of
Arica. Some parts of this desert have not received rainfall in more than 500
years. The Andes Mountains and the Chilean Coast Range surrounds the Atacama
which block moisture and rain clouds from reaching the desert.