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Los monzones continentales:Continental monsoons are characterized by:
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Correct answer: b) Reversing their direction every six months
Why it is correct
Monsoons are seasonal winds that reverse direction every six months: in winter they blow from the cold continent out to sea, and in summer from the ocean onto the warm continent.
Why the others are not
- a) Their direction alternates between NE in winter and SW in summer.
- c) They affect both the seas and large continental regions.
- d) Option c is false, as they blow over both sea and land.
How to work it out in the exam
- Monsoons: reverse direction every 6 months (winter/summer).
Where this question comes from
- Junta de Andalucía · 2016 · 2ª convocatoria · CY Módulo genérico · question 10 Official paper · Official answer key
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