What is the name of the phenomenon where the sea level pressure is higher than normal in the eastern Pacific and lower than normal in the western Pacific? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

What is the name of the phenomenon where the sea level pressure is higher than normal in the eastern Pacific and lower than normal in the western Pacific?
A. Pacific Decadal Oscillation
B. El Niño
C. La Niña
D. Southern Oscillation
Answer: Option C
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
La Niña is associated with higher than normal sea level pressure in the eastern Pacific and lower than normal sea level pressure in the western Pacific.

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