Q40
The amount and intensity of monsoon rainfall is determined by the frequency of
A.
Western disturbances
B.
Dust storms
C.
Cyclones
D.
Tropical depressions
AnswerAnswer: Option D
Solution
Answer: Option D
Solution:
The amount and intensity of monsoon rainfall is determined by the frequency of tropical depressions. A tropical depression forms when a low pressure area is accompanied by thunderstorms that produce a circular wind flow with maximum sustained winds below 39 mph.