Question

Which of these is/are true about anticyclones?

• A. The skies are clear during anticyclones.
• B. Winds blow with lesser velocities.
• C. The weather is pleasant.
• D. The weather is unpleasant.

Answer 1

Answer: (A), (B), (C)

The correct options are
A The skies are clear during anticyclones.
B Winds blow with lesser velocities.
C The weather is pleasant.

A system with high air pressure at the centre and air rushing outwards with rotation is known as an anticyclone. During anticyclones, the skies are clear, winds blow with lesser velocities and the weather is pleasant.