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Which of the following is not a name given to tropical cyclones

a. Roaring Forties
b. Typhoons
c. Tornadoes
d. Hurricanes

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Solution

The correct answer is option (a).

Explanation: Typhoons, tornadoes and hurricanes are the different names of tropical cyclones. Roaring forties is the name given to westerly winds originating in the subtropical region.

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