MCQ Atmosphere SET 9

1. 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.

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2. Very strong and cold icy winds that blow in the Polar regions are called ________

3. In the northern hemisphere, currents are deflected to their right due to ________

4. Which of these statements are correct regarding the atmosphere of the earth:

1. It is enveloping the earth because of gravity.
2. Its density decreases with increasing height from the surface of the earth.
3. Its characteristic composition is same throughout its height.
4. Amount of pressure it exerts on earth's surface at sea level is called one atm sphere.

5. When the wind is deflected due to the rotation of the Earth, it is called as ________

6. The cauliflower shape is associated with which of the following cloud formations?

7. Heat gain through insolation and heat loss through terrestrial radiation are equal approximately at which latitude?

8. Increase in carbon dioxide in atmosphere causes ________

9. Which one of the following is not a correct example of tropical cyclone?

10. Which one among the following statements relating to an anticyclone is correct?