Which one among the following statements relating to a cyclone is not correct?
A. It is a wind circulation system with a low pressure at the centre
B. It brings about sudden change In weather condition in an area
C. Wind movement towards the low pressure centre of a cyclone is clockwise in the northern hemisphere
D. It is known as hurricane in West Indies
Answer: Option C
Solution(By Examveda Team)
In the northern hemisphere, the convergence of the winds with Coriolis effect at low pressure center leads to cyclonic/anticlock-wise rotation in the cyclones.Related Questions on Atmosphere
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