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Which of the following is NOT a tropical cyclone? - Geography

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Question

Which of the following is NOT a tropical cyclone?

Options

  • hurricane

  • typhoons

  • mistral

  • willy-willies

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Solution

mistral

Explanation:

Hurricane, typhoon, and willy-willies are all regional names for tropical cyclones:

  • Hurricane – Atlantic & Northeast Pacific

  • Typhoon – Northwest Pacific

  • Willy-willies – Australia

Mistral is a cold, dry local wind in southern France and is not a tropical cyclone.

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Chapter 14: Atmospheric Pressure and Winds - EXERCISES [Page 136]

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Morning Star Total Geography [English] Class 9 ICSE
Chapter 14 Atmospheric Pressure and Winds
EXERCISES | Q I. 12. | Page 136
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