Q. With reference to Chile, consider the following statements:
1.It shares its longest international border with Bolivia.
2.The Atacama Desert in Chile is the driest non-polar desert in the world.
3.Chile is part of the “Lithium Triangle” and holds a significant share of global lithium reserves.
4.Ojos del Salado, located in Chile, is the highest peak in South America.
Which of the statements given above are correct?
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[A] 1 and 4 only

[B] 2 and 3 only

[C] 1, 2 and 3 only

[D] 2, 3 and 4 only

Answer: B
Notes:

Explanation:

  • Statement 1 is incorrect: Chile shares its longest border with Argentina, not Bolivia.
  • Statement 2 is correct: The Atacama Desert is the driest non-polar desert in the world.
  • Statement 3 is correct: Chile is part of the Lithium Triangle with vast lithium reserves.
  • Statement 4 is incorrect: Ojos del Salado is the second-highest peak in South America, not the highest (Aconcagua in Argentina is the highest).

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