Question

Which of the following is/are about “Fronts”?

1. Fronts occur at equatorial regions.

2. They are characterised by steep gradient in temperature and pressure.

3.  They bring abrupt changes in temperature.

Select the correct answer from the following codes

• A. Only 1
• B. Only 1 and 2
• C. Only 2 and 3
• D. 1,2 and 3

Answer 1

Answer:

C. Only 2 and 3

When two different air masses meet, the boundary zone between them is called a front. The process of formation of the fronts is known as frontogenesis. The fronts occur in middle latitudes and are characterised by steep gradient in temperature and pressure. They bring abrupt changes in temperature and cause the air to rise to form clouds and cause precipitation.