The ITCZ is also known as the doldrums because the converging winds create calm conditions with little to no wind, historically making it difficult for sailing ships.
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Low-pressure systems in the Northern Hemisphere have counterclockwise wind circulation due to the Coriolis effect. They are associated with rising air, cloud formation, and precipitation.
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Cyclones in the Bay of Bengal and the Arabian Sea are simply called 'Cyclones'. They are the same meteorological phenomenon as hurricanes (Atlantic) and typhoons (Pacific).
Explanation:
Absolute humidity is the total mass of water vapor present in a given volume of air. Relative humidity is the ratio of actual water vapor to the maximum capacity. Specific humidity is the ratio of water vapor to total air mass. Dew point is the temperature at which air becomes saturated.
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