Unusual Natural Phenomena Around The World
3.8
(63 votes)
10 questions
8 min duration
English
Explore the world's most bizarre and mysterious natural occurrences and phenomena in this intriguing quiz.
1
What is the name of the phenomenon where stones move on their own in Death Valley?
Sailing Stones
Drifting Boulders
Rolling Pebbles
Wandering Rocks
25% got this right
These stones move due to a combination of wind, ice, and water.
2
In which country can you find the Door to Hell, a natural gas field that has been burning since 1971?
Turkmenistan
11% got this right
The fire was lit by geologists to prevent the spread of methane gas.
3
Where in South America can you find this Liquid Rainbow River?
16% got this right
The Caño Cristales river in La Macarena, Colombia has rich reds, yellows, greens and purples flow down the river.
4
What is the name of the phenomenon where fish and other aquatic creatures fall from the sky?
Animal Rain
Aqua Storm
Fishy Showers
Marine Deluge
17% got this right
This phenomenon occurs when tornadoes or waterspouts pick up and transport aquatic animals.
5
Where is the Bermuda Triangle located?
19% got this right
The Bermuda Triangle is infamous for mysterious disappearances of ships and aircraft.
6
Which lake in Russia can you find these turquoise ice formations?
9% got this right
Lake Baikal in Russia is a gem of a lake. It’s the oldest, deepest, clearest, and largest freshwater lake in the world.
7
Which country in Asia can you find a volcano with a brilliant blue fire?
Indonesia
26% got this right
Kawah Ijen volcano Sulfuric gas in extreme pressures dazzle in blue as soon as it comes in contact with the air outside.
8
How many years does it take for the Blood Falls in Antarctica to release water?
222 —
400
— 600
49% got this right
The red color is due to iron oxide, giving the appearance of blood.
9
Which of these are bioluminescent organisms? (Select all that apply)
Dinoflagellates
Fireflies
Glowworms
Glowing Cacti
39% got this right
Bioluminescence is the production of light by living organisms.
10
Is this a real place?
Yes, but it's a filter that amplifies these colours.
No
Yes, but it's on Mars.
80% got this right
The Danxia landform is found in China formed from red-coloured sandstones and conglomerates.
