MCQ Atmosphere SET 7

1. The plane of contact of the troposphere and stratosphere is known as ________

2. Where is Ozone layer found?

3. Compared to other slopes in the northern hemisphere which is the warmest?

4. The Ozone hole is detected in the atmosphere, where is it located?

5. Consider the following statements regarding the distribution and pattern of isotherms

1. In the northern hemisphere, isotherms bend sharply equator-ward over the continents during winter.
2. Temperature gradients are greater in summer than in winter in the northern hemisphere.

Which of the statement(s) given above is/are correct?

6. Consider the following statements:

1. Either of the two belts over the oceans at about 30° to 35° N and S Latitudes is known as Horse Latitude.
2. Horse latitudes are low pressure belts.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

7. Warm dry winds blowing down the east slopes of Rockies are known as ________

8. The study of the processes of atmosphere is called as

9. Consider the following statements

1. Tropical cyclones have circular isobars.
2. Tropical cyclones originate entirely within the tropical air mass.
3. The intensity and magnitude of hurricanes generally exceed those of typhoons.
4. Tropical cyclones are more destructive than the western disturbances.

Select the correct answer by using the following codes

10. Which of the following is a cold wind?