Which of the following is the primary reason for the high rainfall in the Amazon Basin? MCQ with Answer and Explanation
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The temperature at which air becomes saturated and condensation begins is known as:
Correct Answer: Option D
Explanation:
The dew point is the temperature to which air must be cooled at constant pressure to become saturated with respect to water. When the air temperature cools to the dew point, condensation (fog, clouds, or dew) begins.
The dew point is the temperature to which air must be cooled at constant pressure to become saturated with respect to water. When the air temperature cools to the dew point, condensation (fog, clouds, or dew) begins.
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Which of the following is the primary reason for low rainfall in the Deccan Plateau?
Correct Answer: Option A
Explanation:
The Deccan Plateau lies in the rain shadow of the Western Ghats, receiving low rainfall as the monsoon winds lose moisture on the windward side.
The Deccan Plateau lies in the rain shadow of the Western Ghats, receiving low rainfall as the monsoon winds lose moisture on the windward side.
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The term 'Walker Circulation' refers to:
Correct Answer: Option B
Explanation:
The Walker Circulation is a large-scale cell of rising and sinking air over the Pacific Ocean. Warm air rises over the western Pacific (near Indonesia) and sinks over the eastern Pacific. This circulation is disrupted during El Niño events.
The Walker Circulation is a large-scale cell of rising and sinking air over the Pacific Ocean. Warm air rises over the western Pacific (near Indonesia) and sinks over the eastern Pacific. This circulation is disrupted during El Niño events.
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