What is the name of the phenomenon where the sea surface temperatures in the Pacific Ocean are warmer than normal for a period of 10-30 years? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

What is the name of the phenomenon where the sea surface temperatures in the Pacific Ocean are warmer than normal for a period of 10-30 years?
A. El Niño
B. Southern Oscillation
C. Pacific Decadal Oscillation
D. La Niña
Answer: Option C
Solution (By JKExamLibrary)
The Pacific Decadal Oscillation is a long-term climate pattern where sea surface temperatures in the Pacific Ocean are warmer than normal for a period of 10-30 years.

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