Pressure Belts

Q. Which of the following statements is/are correct regarding the Inter-Tropical Convergence Zone (ITCZ)?

1. It is an area of low atmospheric pressure.
2. It remains satagnant over the same area on the earth surface.
3. The rising air form ITCZ sinks down in the sub-tropical regions.
4. It forms a part of the Hadley cell.

Q. Which pressure belt region is known as the horse latitude?

1. Tropical high pressure belt
2. Equatorial low pressure belt
3. Subtropical low pressure belt
4. Subtropical high pressure belt

Q. How many pressure belts are there around the globe?

1. 5
2. 8
3. 6
4. 7

Q. What leads to the development of pressure belts across the planet?

1. Difference in pressure
2. Coriolis force
3. Difference in friction
4. Differential heating

Q.

Why is cyclone so frequent in Bay of Bengal? Descibes its causes and its effects. Explain in 100 words.