Which one of the following is <strong>not</strong> a resultant of the El Nino effect ?
- A. Distortion of equatorial atmospheric circulation
- B. Flow of the South-East Trade Winds towards the Indian Ocean ✓
- C. Irregularities in the evaporation of sea water
- D. Reduction in the amount of planktons which reduces the number of fish in the sea
Correct Answer: B. Flow of the South-East Trade Winds towards the Indian Ocean
Explanation
El Nino causes the weakening or reversal of the South-East Trade Winds over the equatorial Pacific Ocean, rather than causing them to flow towards the Indian Ocean.
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