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Q. With reference to the ITCZ (Inter-Tropical Convergence Zone), consider the following statements:
Which of the above statements is/are incorrect?
Q. With reference to the ITCZ (Inter-Tropical Convergence Zone), consider the following statements:
Which of the above statements is/are incorrect?
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Solution
The correct option is A 1 only
Explanation:
Statement 1 is incorrect: The Inter-Tropical Convergence Zone, or ITCZ, is a belt of low pressure that circles the Earth generally near the equator. It is not a static zone but keeps shifting north and south of the equator according to the apparent movement of the sun.
Statement 2 is correct: ITCZ is characterized by extremely low pressure with calm conditions because of the absence of surface winds since winds approaching the doldrum rise near its margin. Therefore, only vertical currents are found.
Explanation:
Statement 1 is incorrect: The Inter-Tropical Convergence Zone, or ITCZ, is a belt of low pressure that circles the Earth generally near the equator. It is not a static zone but keeps shifting north and south of the equator according to the apparent movement of the sun.
Statement 2 is correct: ITCZ is characterized by extremely low pressure with calm conditions because of the absence of surface winds since winds approaching the doldrum rise near its margin. Therefore, only vertical currents are found.
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