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La zona de convergencia intertropical:Which statement is true of the Intertropical Convergence Zone?
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Correct answer: c) It is a zone where low pressures prevail
Why it is correct
The Intertropical Convergence Zone is an equatorial belt of thermal low pressure where warm air rises and surface winds are light and variable (Doldrums).
Why the others are not
- a) It is a belt of low pressure, not high pressure.
- b) Inside it, calms and light variable airs prevail.
- d) Option b is false because calms prevail inside the ITCZ.
How to work it out in the exam
- ITCZ: low pressures and calms prevail.
Where this question comes from
- Junta de Andalucía · 2020 · 3ª convocatoria · CY Módulo genérico · question 2 Official paper · Official answer key
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