Test: Winds Storms & Cyclones - UPSC MCQ

The most recognizable feature found within a cyclone is the eye. They are found at the center and are between 20-50km in diameter. The eye is the focus of the cyclone, the point about which the rest of the storm rotates and where the lowest surface pressures are found in the storm

Temporary submergence of large areas due to regular rain or breaking of dams is called a flood.

Cyclones are also known as hurricanes in some parts of the world.

A wind vane is a simple device to know the direction of wind at particular time.

Lightning is usually accompanied by thunder. Actually lightning and thunder occur together but lightning reaches to us first followed by thunder.

During a flood, it is important to ensure that drinking water is safe for consumption. Here are the steps to make sure the water is safe:

- Sedimented: Allow the water to sit undisturbed so that sediment and particles can settle at the bottom.
- Filtered: Use a filtering system or boil water and then filter it to remove any remaining impurities.
- Boiled: Boil the water for at least one minute to kill any harmful bacteria or pathogens present.

By following these steps, you can ensure that the drinking water is safe to consume during a flood.

Benjamin Franklin discovered that building can be protected by using lightening rod at the top of building.

When a balloon filled with air is taken near a candle, the balloon bursts due to expansion of air due to heating.

Cyclones occur near the coastal area. As Amritsar is far away from the coastal area, it is unlikely to be affected by a cyclone.

In Japan cyclone is known as Typhoon. Japan is worst affected by regular typhoon.