What is the name of the phenomenon where the atmospheric pressure in the Arctic is lower than normal and in the mid-latitudes is higher than normal? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

What is the name of the phenomenon where the atmospheric pressure in the Arctic is lower than normal and in the mid-latitudes is higher than normal?
A. North Atlantic Oscillation
B. Pacific-North American Pattern
C. Arctic Oscillation
D. Madden-Julian Oscillation
Answer: Option C
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
The Arctic Oscillation is a large-scale pattern of sea level pressure differences between the Arctic and the rest of the Northern Hemisphere.

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