Q64
Which one of the following factors is responsible for the change in the regular direction of the ocean currents in the Indian Ocean?
A.
Indian Ocean is 'half an ocean'
B.
Indian Ocean has Monsoon drift
AnswerC.
Indian Ocean is a land-locked ocean
D.
Indian Ocean has greater variation in salinity
Answer: Option B
Solution
Answer: Option B
Solution:
Indian Ocean has Monsoon drift factors is responsible for the change in the regular direction of the ocean currents in the Indian Ocean. The currents in the northern portion of the Indian Ocean change their direction from season to season in response to the seasonal rhythm of the monsoons.