Which of the following is a characteristic of a subtropical high-pressure belt?
A. Heavy rainfall
B. Rising air
C. Low pressure
D. Sinking air
Answer: Option D
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Subtropical high-pressure belts are characterized by sinking air (subsidence), which leads to clear skies, dry conditions, and the formation of deserts (e.g., Sahara, Kalahari).
Explanation:
A positive Indian Ocean Dipole is characterized by warmer than normal sea surface temperatures in the western Indian Ocean and cooler in the east.
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