Briefly explain the mechanism of the monsoon system and highlight the various difficulties associated with its accurate prediction.
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Monsoon system is a pan-India phenomenon (also present in some other pockets of the world) which is a result of presence of favorable conditions over the continent in summers. Mechanism of monsoon system: (1) Warming of Indian continent in summer leading to development of low pressure region. (2) This cause air to move from high pressure region in Indian Ocean towards land. (3) While moving, winds carry huge amount of moisture with it. (4) 2 Branches - Arabian Sea and Bay of Branch to cause rain.
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Diagram showing monsoon wind patterns with Himalayas, BoB Arabian Sea marked, showing monsoon winds direction
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Monsoon system mechanism and challenges in prediction
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