Which of the following sets of statements are correct about Inter Tropical Convergence Zone (ITCZ)?
a. The ITCZ is a broad trough of low pressure in equatorial latitudes.
b. This is where the northeast and the southeast trade winds converge.
c. The ITCZ is the equatorial trough normally positioned about 5°N of the equator and remain there throughout the year.
d. The ITCZ moves over to the plane of Ganga in Summer.
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Correct answer: C
Explanation
The correct answer is option 3 i.e. a, b and d.
The correct statements about the Inter-Tropical Convergence Zone (ITCZ) are:
a. The ITCZ is a broad trough of low pressure in equatorial latitudes.
b. This is where the northeast and the southeast trade winds converge.
d. The ITCZ moves over to the plane of Ganga in Summer.
Statement c is incorrect because the ITCZ is not fixed at 5°N of the equator but moves seasonally, oscillating between the latitudes of about 5°N and 5°S.