Q. With reference to the Madden–Julian Oscillation (MJO), consider the following statements:
1.The MJO is a moving system of winds, clouds, and pressure that brings rain as it circles around the equator.
2.The MJO completes a full cycle around the globe in approximately 30 to 60 days, influencing weather patterns in the tropics and subtropics.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Answer: C
Notes:
Explanation:
Statement 1: Correct. The Madden–Julian Oscillation (MJO) is a moving system of winds, clouds, and pressure that brings rain as it circles around the equator.
Statement 2: Correct. The MJO typically completes a cycle around the globe in 30 to 60 days, influencing weather patterns in the tropics and subtropics.
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