More Than 80% of Hurricanes Originate on the Poleward Side

question 113

Multiple Choice

More than 80% of hurricanes originate on the poleward side of the__________ .

• A) polar front
• B) subtropical highs
• C) intertropical convergence zone
• D) Rossby waves
• E) surface westerlies

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