Which salt basin in north-eastern Algeria lies about 40 metres below sea level?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: D. Chott Melrhir, in the Zibans region
- Step 1: Chott Melrhir is the lowest point of Algeria, at about minus 40 metres. Step 2. Compare each option with this fact and discard those that conflict with it. Answer: Chott Melrhir, in the Zibans region. Why not the others: Ech Chergui and the Hodna lie well above sea level and the Djerid is in Tunisia.
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