Which of the following is a major factor in the formation of a tornado?
A. Strong wind shear
B. Subsidence
C. High pressure
D. Weak wind shear
Answer: Option A
Solution (By JKExamLibrary)
Tornadoes form in environments with strong wind shear, where there is a change in wind speed and direction with altitude, leading to rotating updrafts (mesocyclones) within thunderstorms.
Explanation:
A continental climate is characterized by a large annual temperature range, with hot summers and cold winters, due to the lack of a moderating ocean influence.
Explanation:
A negative Indian Ocean Dipole is characterized by warmer than average sea surface temperatures in the eastern Indian Ocean and cooler in the west.
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