Question

When are anticyclones formed?

• A. When low pressure area is surrounded by high pressure areas
• B. When low pressure area is surrounded by low pressure areas
• C. When high pressure area is surrounded by low pressure areas
• D. When high pressure area is surrounded by high pressure areas

Answer 1

The correct option is C When high pressure area is surrounded by low pressure areas

Under specific atmospheric conditions, the air pressure in a particular region increases and the pressure in the surrounding areas remain low. In this situation, winds blow from the centre toward the surrounding areas in a circular manner and anticyclones are formed.