Question

With reference to ITCZ, consider the following statements:
1. It is characterised by convection of air due to high insolation.
2. The winds from tropics diverge in this region.
3. It is a region of intense low pressure, an area of doldrums.
Which of the above statement(s) is/are correct?

• A. Only 1 and 3
• B. Only 2
• C. Only 2 and 3
• D. All of the above

Answer 1

The correct option is A Only 1 and 3

1. The air at the Inter Tropical Convergence Zone (ITCZ) rises because of convection caused by high insolation and a low pressure is created.
2. The winds from the tropics converge at this low pressure zone. The converged air rises along with the convective cell.
3. It is a region of no action hence known as Doldrums.