atmosphere & climatology section 2 MCQ Questions & Answers Detailed Explanation

Question : 1

Airmass near to the earth’s surface is warmer because it

a) contains dust particles

b) radiates heat

c) is far from the sun

d) is warmed by terrestrial radiation

Question : 2

Consider the following sentences in the context of Cyclone ‘Vardah’.

1. It was a Tropical cyclone that passed over the northern part of the Indian Ocean.
2. The name ‘Vardah’ given by Myanmar.
3. Cyclone Vardah made landfall in Tamil Nadu and coastal Andhra Pradesh.

a) 1 and 2

b) 1 and 3

c) 1, 2 and 3

d) 2 and 3

Question : 3

Tropical cyclones in Australia are called

a) Hurricanes

b) Willy willy

c) Typhoons

d) Easterly waves

Question : 4

Which one is an anticyclone?

a) High pressure system with clockwise winds in the northern hemisphere.

b) Low pressure system with clockwise winds in the northern hemisphere.

c) High pressure system with clockwise winds in southern hemisphere.

d) Low pressure system with clockwise winds in southern hemisphere.

Question : 5

The amount of insolation received at a place on the surface of the earth depends upon:

a) the longitude of the place

b) its climate

c) the altitude of the place

d) its latitude

Question : 6

The stratosphere is said to be ideal for flying jet aircraft. This is because

a) the temperature is constant and ideal for aircraft engine efficiency

b) this layer is rich in ozone which reduces fuel consumption

c) of the absence of clouds and other weather phenomena

d) this layer is out of the firing range of anti-aircraft guns