Question

Find out correct statement from the given option:

1. ITCZ is a low pressure zone located at the Equator
2. South East trade winds and North East trade winds converge at ITCZ
3. In July, the ITCZ is located around 20°S and 25°S latitudes
4. The Monsoon Trough encourages the development of thermal low over North and North West India

• A. All
• B. ii only
• C. i, ii, iv
• D. None of these

Answer 1

Answer:

C. i, ii, iv

• ITCZ stands for Intertropical Convergence Zone • It is a belt of low -pressure systems near the equator where the trade winds from the northern and southern hemispheres converge • The Monsoon Trough encourages the development of thermal low over North and North West India Characteristics of ITCZ • High temperature and humidity • Low atmospheric pressure • Formation of clouds and precipitation