Which of the following is a characteristic of the troposphere?
A. Constant temperature with altitude
B. Increasing temperature with altitude
C. Decreasing temperature with altitude
D. No weather phenomena
Answer: Option C
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
The troposphere is characterized by decreasing temperature with altitude (normal lapse rate) due to adiabatic cooling, and it contains most of the weather phenomena.
Explanation:
The Monsoon Trough is a region of low pressure extending from the Thar Desert to the Bay of Bengal, which is crucial for monsoon rainfall.
Explanation:
The Loo is a strong, hot, dry summer wind that blows over the northern plains of India, particularly in Bihar, Uttar Pradesh, and Rajasthan, causing high temperatures and heat exhaustion.
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