Listen The intertropical convergence zone (ITCZ) is associated with: Oclear skies, dry conditions, and descending air Oclear skies, dry conditions and ascending air O cloudy skies, wet conditions, and descending air
Listen The intertropical convergence zone (ITCZ) is associated with: Oclear skies, dry conditions, and descending air Oclear skies, dry conditions and ascending air O cloudy skies, wet conditions, and descending air
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#### Explanation:
The ITCZ, also known as the equatorial convergence zone, is characterized by the convergence of trade winds from both the Northern and Southern Hemispheres. This region typically features cloudy skies and heavy precipitation caused by rising moist air, which leads to frequent and intense thunderstorm activity.
*Correct Answer:* The ITCZ is associated with **cloudy skies, wet conditions, and ascending air**.
#### Note:
The last option regarding the "awesome hair band from the 1980s" is intended to be humorous and is not a correct answer.
This quiz is designed to test your understanding of the atmospheric conditions associated with the ITCZ.
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Transcribed Image Text:### Intertropical Convergence Zone (ITCZ) Quiz
#### Question:
The intertropical convergence zone (ITCZ) is associated with:
1. ( ) clear skies, dry conditions, and descending air
2. ( ) clear skies, dry conditions and ascending air
3. ( ) cloudy skies, wet conditions, and descending air
4. ( ) cloudy skies, wet conditions, and ascending air
5. ( ) an awesome hair band from the 1980s
#### Explanation:
The ITCZ, also known as the equatorial convergence zone, is characterized by the convergence of trade winds from both the Northern and Southern Hemispheres. This region typically features cloudy skies and heavy precipitation caused by rising moist air, which leads to frequent and intense thunderstorm activity.
*Correct Answer:* The ITCZ is associated with **cloudy skies, wet conditions, and ascending air**.
#### Note:
The last option regarding the "awesome hair band from the 1980s" is intended to be humorous and is not a correct answer.
This quiz is designed to test your understanding of the atmospheric conditions associated with the ITCZ.
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