GK Question

geography hard mcq

Which process forms a 'fjord'?

  1. River erosion
  2. Glacial erosion
  3. Wind erosion
  4. Coastal erosion

Answer: Glacial erosion

Fjords are deep, narrow inlets with steep sides formed by glacial erosion. When glaciers retreat, seawater floods the U-shaped valley. Fjords are common in Norway, Chile, and New Zealand. They are distinct from rias, which are drowned river valleys.

Topic Physical Geography
Exam Relevance UPSC, SSC, State PSC