GK Question

geography hard mcq

Which process forms an 'esker'?

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

Answer: Glacial deposition

Eskers are long, winding ridges of sand and gravel deposited by meltwater streams flowing within or under glaciers. They indicate former ice flow directions. Eskers are common in Scandinavia, Canada, and parts of North America.

Topic Physical Geography
Exam Relevance UPSC, SSC, State PSC