Atmosphere Geography

Q. With reference to the sub-tropical high pressure belt, consider the following statements: 1. It is affected by Earth’s rotation and descent of winds from higher altitudes. 2. It is dynamically induced and characterized with anti-cyclonic conditions. Which of the statement(s) given above is/are correct?

A
2 only
B
1 only
C
Both 1 and 2
D
Neither 1 nor 2

Correct Answer

2 only

More Questions on Atmosphere

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    B)Is independent of temperature
    C)Increases as temperature increases
    D)Either increases or decreases with temperature increase
    Answer: Decreases as temperature increases
  • Q. Local thunderstorms ‘Nor westers’ are prominent in ________
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    C)West Bengal
    D)Tamil Nadu
    Answer: West Bengal
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    B)1 only
    C)2 only
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  • Q. The most abundant element in the Earth’s atmosphere is
    A)Oxygen
    B)Argon
    C)Nitrogen
    D)Krypton
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  • Q. Which of the following statements is incorrect?
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    C)Karaburan - Tarim basin of Sinkiang
    D)Hurricanes - New Zealand
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    A)I and IV
    B)I and II
    C)III and IV
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    C)Stratosphere
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