What is the name of the layer of the atmosphere where meteors burn up? MCQ with Answer and Explanation
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The term 'polar vortex' refers to:
Correct Answer: Option D
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The polar vortex is a large area of low pressure and cold air that encircles the Earth's poles. When it weakens or shifts, it can cause cold air to spill southward into the mid-latitudes.
The polar vortex is a large area of low pressure and cold air that encircles the Earth's poles. When it weakens or shifts, it can cause cold air to spill southward into the mid-latitudes.
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Which of the following is NOT a factor that affects wind speed?
Correct Answer: Option A
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Humidity does not directly affect wind speed. Wind speed is influenced by the pressure gradient (difference in pressure), the Coriolis effect (deflection), and friction (with the Earth's surface).
Humidity does not directly affect wind speed. Wind speed is influenced by the pressure gradient (difference in pressure), the Coriolis effect (deflection), and friction (with the Earth's surface).
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What is the name of the phenomenon where the trade winds strengthen and the equatorial currents intensify?
Correct Answer: Option D
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La Niña is characterized by the strengthening of the trade winds and the intensification of the equatorial currents in the Pacific.
La Niña is characterized by the strengthening of the trade winds and the intensification of the equatorial currents in the Pacific.
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