Question

Which statements describe the atmospheric impact of El-Nino?

1. It disrupts equatorial atmospheric circulation.

2. It stabilizes the trade winds.

3. It can lead to both floods and droughts globally.

• A. 1 & 2
• B. 1 & 3
• C. 2 & 3
• D. All are correct

Answer 1

Answer:

B. 1 & 3

• El-Nino distorts equatorial atmospheric circulation and can cause extreme weather events (floods and droughts), but it weakens, not stabilizes, trade winds.