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BHAVIKA CHOFRAAIR 25· 2025

Question 7GS1GS1

Discuss why the Bay of Bengal is more prone to cyclones than the Arabian Sea. Also, explain the reasons for the decrease in frequency of tropical cyclones during the Southwest monsoon season. (Answer in 150 words)

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Main Body

However, the Arabiansea is now witnessing more cyclones due to:

1. Warming due to climate change.

2. Higher sea surface and ocean mean temperature in Arabian sea.

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Diagram

Detailed diagram of cyclone formation showing vertical shearing effects, eye of cyclone, sea surface at 27°C, and low pressure area formation

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  • Mentions contemporary climate change impact
  • Explains mechanism with diagram
  • Notes emerging trends in Arabian Sea

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BHAVIKA CHOFRA

AIR 252025

Subject & Paper

GS1GS1

Topic

Important Geophysical Phenomena

Cyclones

Bay of Bengal Cyclones

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27

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