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Jet Streams, Coriolis Force, and Winter Season Characteristics

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In which hemisphere does the Coriolis force deflect winds towards the right?

Northern Hemisphere (correct)

Southern Hemisphere

None of the Hemispheres

Both Hemispheres

What is the speed range of jet streams as mentioned in the text?

50 km/h to 100 km/h

200 km/h to 300 km/h

110 km/h to 184 km/h (correct)

250 km/h to 400 km/h

During which season does frost commonly occur in northern India?

Winter Season (correct)

Spring Season

Hot Weather Season

Monsoon Season

What is a striking feature of the hot weather season as described in the text?

'Loo' over north and northwestern India Signup and view all the answers

How is the temperature change from south to north during the winter season?

Decreases Signup and view all the answers

Which region experiences snowfall in the winter season as per the text?

Higher slopes of the Himalayas Signup and view all the answers

Why do places located on the windward side of the Western Ghats receive heavy rainfall during the early monsoon season?

As a result of southeast trade winds originating from the Southern oceans Signup and view all the answers

Why do Rajasthan and Gujarat receive scanty rainfall during the monsoon season?

Due to a decrease in rainfall from east to west Signup and view all the answers

What makes monsoons uncertain and irregular according to the text?

The periodic variation of wind systems and associated climate conditions Signup and view all the answers

What role do southeast trade winds play in the advancement of the monsoon season?

They attract low pressure conditions over the North Indian Plains Signup and view all the answers

Why are the western cyclonic disturbances significant for India's weather patterns?

They bring winter rains over the plains and snowfall in the mountains Signup and view all the answers

How do western cyclonic disturbances and monsoons differ in their impact on India's weather?

Western cyclonic disturbances bring heavy rainfall while monsoons are more scattered Signup and view all the answers