The Cenotes of Yucatán, Mexico
  • 1. Which ancient civilization highly revered cenotes?
A) Inca
B) Maya
C) Aztec
D) Olmec
  • 2. In which Mexican state are the majority of cenotes found?
A) Tabasco
B) Quintana Roo
C) Campeche
D) Yucatán
  • 3. What is the main reason cenotes were formed?
A) Dissolution of limestone
B) Tectonic shifts
C) Volcanic activity
D) Glacial melting
  • 4. What is the depth range of most cenotes?
A) 50 to 80 meters
B) 20 to 50 meters
C) A few meters to over 100 meters
D) 1 to 5 meters
  • 5. How are cenotes significant to local biodiversity?
A) Habitat for various species
B) Source of agricultural land
C) None are accessible
D) No significance
  • 6. What type of geological formation are cenotes part of?
A) Volcanic island
B) Plateau
C) Karst topography
D) Glacial landscape
  • 7. What mineral-rich feature is often found in cenotes?
A) Quartz crystals
B) Basalt formations
C) Stalactites and stalagmites
D) Sandstone cliffs
  • 8. Which cenote is known for its underground river system?
A) Cenote Ik Kil
B) Cenote Dos Ojos
C) Cenote Xcajum
D) Cenote Zaci
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