The Indian Ocean Dipole (IOD) refers to: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

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The Indian Ocean Dipole (IOD) refers to:

A. Difference in sea surface temperatures between the western and eastern Indian Ocean

B. Atmospheric pressure difference between the Indian Ocean and the Arabian Sea

C. Salinity difference between the Bay of Bengal and the Arabian Sea

D. Temperature difference between the Indian and Pacific Oceans

Answer: Option A

Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)

The Indian Ocean Dipole refers to the difference in sea surface temperatures between the western and eastern Indian Ocean.

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