Geography PYQ 446 of 587 · Landforms, Islands, Straits, Canals & Atmosphere · Straits

Strait of Hormuz connects

  1. ARed Sea to Gulf of Aden
  2. BThe Persian Gulf to Gulf of Oman
  3. CRed Sea to Indian Ocean
  4. DMediterranean Sea to Red Sea

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Correct answer: (b) The Persian Gulf to Gulf of Oman

Explanation

The Strait of Hormuz connects the Persian Gulf with the Gulf of Oman. It is an extremely important sea route that links the oil-rich region of West Asia with other parts of the world.

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