Question 38
ClimateAll the following are associated with rainfall in Africa except
- A.movement of the ITCZ
- B.convectional nature of hot tropical air
- C.movement of moist air masses over higher ground
- D.on-shore movement of cold air.
Show the answer and explanation
Answer: D (on-shore movement of cold air.)
Explanation
Cold air moving onshore (e.g. over the Benguela current) is dry and stable and brings little rain.