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Asia is separated from Europe by:
Question

Asia is separated from Europe by:

A.

Ural Mountains

B.

Atlas Mountains

C.

Rocky Mountains

D.

Zagros Mountains

Correct option is A


Correct Answer: (A) Ural Mountains
Explanation:
→ The Ural Mountains form the natural boundary between Asia and Europe.
→ They extend from the Arctic Ocean to the Ural River.
→ This mountain range has historically been used to divide the two continents.
→ The division is based on physical geographical features.
→ Hence, Asia is separated from Europe by the Ural Mountains.
Information Booster:
→ Ural Mountains are located in Russia.
→ They are old fold mountains with rich mineral resources.
→ Europe–Asia boundary also includes the Ural River and Caspian Sea.
→ This division is conventional, not tectonic.
Additional Information (Other Options):
Option (B): Atlas Mountains are in North Africa.
Option (C): Rocky Mountains are in North America.
Option (D): Zagros Mountains are in Iran and Iraq.

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