In the context of global oil prices, “Brent crude oil” is frequently referred to in the news. What does this term imply? 1. It is a major classification of crude oil. 2. It is sourced from the North Sea. 3. It does not contain sulphur.
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Geography › ClimatolgyXAtmosphere
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Geography › ClimatologyXMonsoon,ENSO,IOD
Geography › ClimatologyXMonsoon,ENSO,IOD
La Nina is suspected to have caused recent floods in Australia. How is La Nina different from EI Nino?
1. La Nina is characterized by unusually cold ocean temperature in the equatorial Indian ocean whereas EI Nino is characterized by unusually warm ocean temperature in the equatorial Pacific Ocean.
2. EI Nino has an adverse effect on the southwest monsoon of India, but La Nina has no effect on monsoon climate.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?Options
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(D)
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Geography › ClimatologyXWind and Pressure Systems
Geography › ClimatologyXWind and Pressure Systems
Westerlies in the southern hemisphere are stronger and persistent than in the northern hemisphere. Why?
1. Southern hemisphere has less landmass as compared to northern hemisphere.
2. Coriolis force is higher in southern hemisphere as compared to northern hemisphere.Options
Answer
(A)
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