atmosphere & climatology section 7 MCQ Questions & Answers Detailed Explanation

Question : 1

Doldrum is characterized by

a) Uniform low pressure

b) Uniform high pressure

c) High humidity

d) High wind velocity

Question : 2

‘Cloud burst’ means

a) Abnormally heavy downpour of rain, associated with a thunderstorm.

b) Sowing of seeds of a crop in cloudy weather.

c) Presence of scattered flakes of cloud in the sky.

d) Formation of artificial rain.

Question : 3

The term ‘Roaring Forties’ refers to

a) Strong tidal waves between 40- 60 degree South

b) Strong ocean winds between 40-60 degree South

c) Loud voices of volcanic eruptions between 40-60 degree South in the sea

d) The sailors heard a loud stormy voice between 40-60 degree South

Question : 4

Which one of the following is the characteristic climate of the Tropical Savannah Region?

a) Rainfall in winter only

b) Rainfall throughout the year

c) A definite dry and wet Season

d) An extremely short dry Season

Question : 5

Which of the following statements characterize the anticyclones?

1. Anticyclones are low-pressure systems.
2. They are characterized by divergent wind circulation.
3. They are indicative of dry weather conditions.

a) 1 and 3 only

b) 2 and 3 only

c) 1 only

d) 1, 2 and 3

Question : 6

El-Nino develops in the

a) Indian Ocean

b) Pacific Ocean

c) Atlantic Ocean

d) Mediterranean Ocean