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Geography GK · Q375

Miscellaneous World Geography

Competitive Exams · Geography GK · question 375

Q375

Hurricanes or typhoons (tropical cyclones) develop and mature

A.
Over land bodies only
B.
In a belt 35°-65° N and S latitudes
C.
Anywhere in the tropical zone
D.
Over water bodies only
Answer

Answer: Option D

Solution

Answer: Option D
Solution:
Hurricanes or typhoons (tropical cyclones) develop and mature over water bodies only. Hurricane and typhoon is defined as a tropical cyclone in the western Pacific. Hurricanes and Typhoons generally track in a westward or northern direction.