Question 4
Agricultural EcologyWhich of the following is not an effect of the North-East trade winds on agriculture?
- A.Encouraging growth of natural pasture
- B.Encouraging fruit setting or formation
- C.Inducing fruit ripening
- D.Causing heavy rainfall
- E.Drying forest trees
Show the answer and explanation
Answer: D (Causing heavy rainfall)
Explanation
The North-East trade wind (harmattan) is dry and dusty; rain comes with the South-West wind.