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Geography GK · Q68

World Climate And Weather

Competitive Exams · Geography GK · question 68

Q68

Deserts such as Sahara are generally found between 20° and 30° latitudes in western parts of the continents. This is because these regions ________

A.
Are very hot throughout the year
B.
Have offshore winds throughout the year
Answer
C.
Have warm offshore currents
D.
Lie in the belt of the doldrums

Answer: Option B

Solution

Answer: Option B
Solution:
Deserts such as Sahara are generally found between 20° and 30° latitudes in western parts of the continents. This is because these regions have offshore winds throughout the year.