A negative phase of the North Atlantic Oscillation (NAO) is associated with:
A. Weaker than normal Azores High and Icelandic Low
B. Warmer than normal waters in the North Atlantic
C. Stronger than normal Azores High and Icelandic Low
D. Cooler than normal waters in the North Atlantic
Answer: Option A
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
A negative NAO phase is characterized by weaker than normal Azores High and Icelandic Low, leading to weaker westerly winds, colder and drier winters in northern Europe, and milder and wetter winters in southern Europe.
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