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The main reason that the earth experiences the highest temperatures in the subtropics in the northern hemisphere rather than at the equator is:

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Important Questions on World Geography

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Which of the following statements regarding Mediterranean and Monsoon climate is/are correct?
1. Precipitation in Mediterranean climate is in winter while in Monsoon climate it is mostly in summer.
2. The annual range of temperature in Mediterranean climate is higher than the Monsoon climate.
3. Rainy and dry seasons are found in both the climates.
Select the correct answer using the code given below
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Assertion (A) In coastal regions seasonal variation of temperature is less as compared to that of the interior areas.
Reason (R) Seasonal variation of atmospheric humidity in the coastal regions is low as compared to that of the interior areas.
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Which of the following provides the force needed to drive the atmospheric circulation?
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Consider the given statements
1. Coriollis effect is zero at the Equator.
2. Coriollis effects is more towards the poles.
3. Coriollis effects are related to the decreasing rotational velocity with increasing latitudes.
4. Coriollis effects are related to the increasing rotational velocity with increasing latitudes.
Which of the statements given above are correct?
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Logically, what does a continually rising air pressure indicate?
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What is a Cloudburst?
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Retreating monsoon causes sporadic rainfall in which of the following areas?
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Which one of the following statements about the atmosphere is correct?