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Which among the following are examples of Local winds across the globe?

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Monsoon winds
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Harmattan
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Loo
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Chinook
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Solution

The correct option is D Chinook
Chinook, Harmattan and Loo are examples of Local winds across the globe. Chinook is a local hot wind that moves down the rocky mountain in North America. Harmattan is a dry wind which blows from the Sahara desert towards West Africa. Loo is a strong, gusty, hot, and dry wind that blows during daytime over north and northwestern India.

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