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Geography GK · Q24

Atmosphere

Competitive Exams · Geography GK · question 24

Q24

Which one among the following statements relating to a cyclone is not correct?

A.
It is a wind circulation system with a low pressure at the centre
B.
It brings about sudden change In weather condition in an area
C.
Wind movement towards the low pressure centre of a cyclone is clockwise in the northern hemisphere
Answer
D.
It is known as hurricane in West Indies

Answer: Option C

Solution

Answer: Option C
Solution:
In the northern hemisphere, the convergence of the winds with Coriolis effect at low pressure center leads to cyclonic/anticlock-wise rotation in the cyclones.