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What is the primary reason for rainfall in India?
What is the primary reason for rainfall in India?
- Proximity to oceans
- Low atmospheric pressure
- Seasonal wind direction changes (correct)
- Humidity from forests
Winter nights in Drass can drop to -45°C.
Winter nights in Drass can drop to -45°C.
True (A)
What is the average temperature in Thiruvananthapuram during winter?
What is the average temperature in Thiruvananthapuram during winter?
22°C
The __________ refers to the sum total of weather conditions and variations over a long period.
The __________ refers to the sum total of weather conditions and variations over a long period.
Match the following regions with their respective rainfall levels:
Match the following regions with their respective rainfall levels:
Which of the following factors does NOT affect India's climate?
Which of the following factors does NOT affect India's climate?
Coastal areas of India experience greater temperature contrasts than interior areas.
Coastal areas of India experience greater temperature contrasts than interior areas.
What is the average height of the mountains in northern India?
What is the average height of the mountains in northern India?
The ___________ side of mountains tends to remain dry due to wind barriers.
The ___________ side of mountains tends to remain dry due to wind barriers.
Match the following climate controls to their descriptions:
Match the following climate controls to their descriptions:
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Climate
Climate
The sum total of weather conditions and variations over a long period, typically more than 30 years.
Weather
Weather
The state of the atmosphere at a specific time and location, characterized by elements like temperature, pressure, wind, humidity, and precipitation.
Monsoon
Monsoon
The seasonal reversal of wind direction, primarily associated with South and Southeast Asia.
Meghalaya
Meghalaya
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Rainy Season
Rainy Season
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Latitude and its effect on Indian climate
Latitude and its effect on Indian climate
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Role of the Himalayas in India's climate
Role of the Himalayas in India's climate
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Coastal vs. Interior temperatures in India
Coastal vs. Interior temperatures in India
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Mountains and their impact on rainfall
Mountains and their impact on rainfall
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Pressure and wind systems affecting Indian climate
Pressure and wind systems affecting Indian climate
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