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Which of the following statements is/are CORRECT?

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- \textbf{Karst} = dissolution features in limestone.
- \textbf{Fjords} = glacial erosion.
- \textbf{Oxbow lakes} = fluvial processes.
- \textbf{Ventifacts} = wind erosion (not glaciers).
Updated On: Aug 21, 2025
  • Karst topography is formed in limestone terrains
  • Fjords are formed by aeolian activities
  • Oxbow lakes are formed in fluvial environments
  • Ventifacts are formed by glaciers
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The Correct Option is A, C

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Step 1: Analyze each statement.
- (A) Karst topography is formed in limestone terrains:
Karst landscapes are produced by the dissolution of soluble rocks like limestone, dolomite, and gypsum. They are characterized by caves, sinkholes, and underground drainage.
$\Rightarrow$ This statement is Correct. - (B) Fjords are formed by aeolian activities:
Fjords are long, deep, narrow inlets of the sea created by glacial erosion, not by wind (aeolian) processes.
$\Rightarrow$ This statement is Incorrect. - (C) Oxbow lakes are formed in fluvial environments:
Oxbow lakes are crescent-shaped lakes formed when a river meander is cut off from the main channel due to river processes (fluvial).
$\Rightarrow$ This statement is Correct. - (D) Ventifacts are formed by glaciers:
Ventifacts are rocks shaped, polished, or faceted by wind-driven sand (aeolian activity), not by glaciers.
$\Rightarrow$ This statement is Incorrect. Step 2: Final Answer.
The correct statements are: \[ \boxed{\text{(A) and (C)}} \]
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