Which of the following is/are correct inference/inferences from isothermal maps in the month of January?
- The isotherms deviate to the north over the ocean and to the south over the continent.
- The presence of cold ocean currents, Gulf Stream and North Atlantic Drift make the North Atlantic Ocean colder and the isotherms bend towards the north.
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Consider the following information:
| Region | Name of the mountain range | Type of mountain |
|---|---|---|
| Central Asia | Vosges | Fold mountain |
| Europe | Alps | Block mountain |
| North America | Appalachians | Fold mountain |
| South America | Andes | Fold mountain |
In how many of the above rows is the given information correctly matched?
With reference to “water vapour”, which of the following statements is/are correct?
1. It is a gas, the amount of which decreases with altitude.
2. Its percentage is maximum at the poles.
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Consider the following description:
1. Annual and daily range of temperatures is low.
2. Precipitation occurs throughout the year.
3. Precipitation varies between 50 cm – 250 cm.
What is this type of climate?
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