1.
Which of the following statements with reference to Lake Turkana is/are correct?
- It is the largest desert lake in the world.
- The lake is situated in South Sudan along the eastern fringe of the Sahara desert.
- The lake is listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site and is also referred to as the 'Jade Sea'.
Select the answer using the code given below:
A
1 only
B
1 and 3 only
C
2 and 3 only
D
1, 2 and 3
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Correct Answer: B — 1 and 3 only
Explanation:
Lake Turkana is the world's largest desert lake. It is also a UNESCO World Heritage Site and as the Jade Sea. The location statement placing it in South Sudan on the edge of the Sahara is not accepted.