'X' is one of the major landforms of Brazil. The average altitude of 'X' ranges between 500 - 1000 metres. A number of tributaries of Amazon flow from this region and join the main river in the north. What is 'X'?
A
Great Escarpment
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B
Brazilian Plains
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C
Brazilian Highlands
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D
Coastal Islands of Brazil
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Solution
The correct option is C Brazilian Highlands Brazilian Highlands is a shield-shaped plateau in Brazil. The average altitude of the highlands ranges between 500 - 1000 metres. However, the regions to the east and south of this highlands have an altitude of more than 1000 metres. A number of tributaries of Amazon flow from this region and join the main river in the north. These tributaries create rapids and waterfalls in this region.