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The ITCZ is a convergence zone for the currents and it is situated along the equator. The easterly jet streams and the other winds that blow from the tropical end up converging at the ITCZ.
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Why does itcz wind occur?
why ITCZ occur
What winds converge at ITCZ?
Northeast and southeast trade winds converge at the ITCZ. (Inter-tropical Convergence Zone)
Why do thunderstorms and rain occur when there is ITCZ?
Because it is near the equator.
Which climate is influenced by the itcz most of the year?
tropical zone
Describe the weather along the Intertropical Convergence Zone ITCZ Why does this weather occur along this?
The weather along the Intertropical Convergence Zone (ITCZ) is characterized by abundant rainfall, cloudiness, and active thunderstorms. This is because the ITCZ is the area where the trade winds from the Northern and Southern Hemispheres converge, resulting in a lifting of warm, moist air and the formation of clouds and precipitation. The intense heating near the equator contributes to the formation of the ITCZ.
What are the factors that cause monsoons of Asia?
The answer Bethany gave was right , but if v see in more detail, the factors affecting the monsoon in Asia are : a) The differential heating and cooling of land and water b) The shift of the position of Inter Tropical Convergence Zone (ITCZ ) c) The presence of high pressure area , the east of Madagaskar d) The Tibetean plateau gets intensely heated e) The movement of easterly jet streams to the north of the Himalayas f) The tropical easterly jet streams g) Also, the El Nino factor Rukmi 14 years old
Why does itcz wind occur?
why ITCZ occur
What is found in ITCZ?
Different kinds of Monsoons are found in the ITCZ
What countries in the Caribbean are affected by the itcz?
which countries in the carribbea are not affected by itcz
What is itcz mean?
Well in Earth Science terms. ITCZ stands for: Intertropical Convergence Zone
What winds converge at ITCZ?
Northeast and southeast trade winds converge at the ITCZ. (Inter-tropical Convergence Zone)
What is the meaning of ITCZ?
ITCZ stands for Inter-Tropical Convergence Zone and refers to the band of weather that circles the Earth at or near the equator. Weather within the ITCZ can be quite violent as the weather systems from the northern and southern hemispheres converge. Thunderstorms within the ITCZ can reach heights of 80,000 plus feet.
How is monsoon circulation affected by the position of the ITCZ?
ITCZ represent the band of low pressure belt around the globe, usually centered at equator, but follow the vertical sun with season. Since the winds are moved towards zones of lowest pressures, the ITCZ is the location where equatorial winds on either hemispheres merge, resulting in rising of air there and formation of cloud bands. During summer, sun is migrates to the north of equator and hence the ITCZ follows the sun. As a result the southeast trade winds (easterly winds) cross the equator towards the low pressure ITCZ. On crossing equator, the wind turn to the right in the northern hemisphere due to Coriolis force and blow as southeasterly winds. These winds blowing over ocean brings abundant moisture along with it. Hence when the ITCZ is over continental landmass of India, the moisture laden winds blow across the continent, where the geographical reliefs like Western Ghats and Himalayas cause the air to rise. Accompanied by the rising of moisture laden air, adiabatic cooling and condensation occurs at heights which triggers rainfall over Indian landmass.
What are found in ITCZ?
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How does ITCZ develop?
Bigaon ka bilat
Where can the ITCZ be found?
The Intertropical Convergence Zone (ITCZ) is a belt of low pressure that circles the Earth near the equator, where trade winds from the Northern and Southern Hemispheres come together. It moves seasonally, following the sun's zenith, so it can be found predominantly over the oceans but can also be present over land near the equator.
Most of the worlds deserts occur in what zone?
ITCZ
