Question
Download Solution PDFWhich of the following is correct with relation to the tropical storms and the name by which they are called?
A. Atlantic and Northeast Pacific - hurricane
B. Northwest Pacific - typhoon
C. South Pacific and Indian Ocean - cyclone
Choose the correct answer/option:
Answer (Detailed Solution Below)
Detailed Solution
Download Solution PDFThe correct answer is A, B and C.
Key Points
- Cyclones are referred to differently on the basis of the origin:
| Names | Origin |
|---|---|
| Hurricanes | Atlantic and Northeast Pacific |
| Cyclones | Indian ocean and western pacific |
| Typhoons | Northwest Pacific (Southeast Asia and china) |
| Willy-willy | Northwest Australia. |
- Hence all are correct.
Additional Information
- Tropical cyclone is an intense circular storm that originates over warm tropical oceans and is characterized by low atmospheric pressure, high winds, and heavy rain.
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