Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

Political Science

Chapter

Contemporary World Politics: Environment and Natural Resources

Question:

Which of the following region represents 90 Percent of all terrestrial ice?

Options:

Iceland

Himalayas

Siachen Glacier

Antarctic continental region

Correct Answer:

Antarctic continental region

Explanation:

The Antarctic continental region extends over 14 million square kilometers and comprises 26 percent of the world’s wilderness area, representing 90 percent of all terrestrial ice and 70 percent of planetary fresh water.