Multiple Choice Questions

Which among the following statements characterized EI Nino It occurs at irregular intervals It carri...........

Geography and Environment (UPPCS) World climates

Which among the following statements characterized EI Nino?

It occurs at irregular intervals
It carriers warmer water
It carries less saline water
Its atmospheric equivalent is southern oscillation. Select the correct, answer using the code given below

I and II only

II and III only

III and IV only

I, II, III and IV

- El Niño's Occurrence:

- It occurs at irregular intervals. El Niño events typically happen every 2 to 7 years, but not on a set schedule.

- Warm Water Carriage:

- El Niño carries warmer water across the central and eastern Pacific Ocean. This warmer water influences global weather patterns.

- Salinity of Water:

- Generally, El Niño can lead to less saline water, as increased precipitation and river discharge can dilute ocean water salinity.

- Atmospheric Equivalent:

- Its atmospheric counterpart is the Southern Oscillation, which refers to changes in atmospheric pressure patterns.

All given statements accurately describe characteristics of El Niño. Therefore, the correct option is:

- Option 4: I, II, III, and IV

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