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Which place in the world is known for the least amount of rainfall?

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Cairo (Egypt)
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Yarkand (China)
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Atacama (Chile)
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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.

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