Q. The Bay of Bengal usually experiences higher frequency of tropical cyclones compared to the Arabian Sea due to the:

[A] Warmer sea surface temperatures

[B] Higher salinity levels

[C] Closer to the equator

[D] Lower rainfall compared to the Arabian Sea

Answer: A
Notes:

Explanation – The Bay of Bengal experiences a higher frequency of tropical cyclones compared to the Arabian Sea because it has warmer sea surface temperatures, which provide the necessary energy and moisture for cyclone formation and intensification.

Source: The Hindu

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