Fjord is deep, narrow and elongated sea or lake drain, with steep land on three sides

Q.  A fjord is
- Published on 16 May 16

a. Elongated sea with steep land on three sides
b. A small glacier outside the polar areas
c. A steep mountain surrounding the volcano
d. A steep snow clad mountain range surrounding a lake/sea

ANSWER: Elongated sea with steep land on three sides
 
  • A fjord is a deep, narrow and elongated sea or lake drain, with steep land on three sides. The opening toward the sea is called the mouth of the fjord, and is often shallow.
  • The fjord's inner part is called the sea bottom.

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