Question

Which of the following ocean currents lead to the formation of coastal deserts?

• A. Humbolt current
• B. West Australian current
• C. Agulhas current
• D. Benguela current

Answer 1

Answer: (A), (B), (D)

The correct options are
A Humbolt current
B West Australian current
D Benguela current

All cold currents contribute in some part to the formation of coastal deserts.

• The California current helps in the development of Arizona & Sonata deserts.
• The Humbolt current or Peru current helps in the formation of the Atacama desert.
• The Benguela current helps in the development of Namib and Kalahari deserts.
• This West Australian current helps in the formation of the west Australian desert.
• The Canary current intensifies rainless conditions in the coastal region of the Sahara desert.