What is the name of the global-scale climate phenomenon that influences the Indian monsoon?
A. Arctic Oscillation (AO)
B. El Niño-Southern Oscillation (ENSO)
C. North Atlantic Oscillation (NAO)
D. Pacific Decadal Oscillation (PDO)
Answer: Option B
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
The El Niño-Southern Oscillation (ENSO) is a global-scale climate phenomenon that significantly influences the Indian monsoon, with El Niño often associated with weaker monsoons and La Niña with stronger monsoons.
Explanation:
Wind shear is the change in wind speed and/or direction with altitude. It is an important factor in aviation and weather forecasting, especially for thunderstorm development.
Explanation:
The troposphere is the layer of the atmosphere closest to the Earth's surface and contains most of the weather phenomena, including clouds, rain, storms, and winds.
Explanation:
In the Köppen system, 'A' represents tropical climates (also known as wet equatorial climates), characterized by high temperatures and significant precipitation throughout the year.
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