Question : Which winds are also known by the name of "Roaring Forties"?
Option 1: Polar easterlies
Option 2: Westerly winds
Option 3: Polar winds
Option 4: Trade winds
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Correct Answer: Westerly winds
Solution : The correct option is Westerly Winds.
The "Roaring Forties" winds are strong westerly winds that blow in the Southern Hemisphere, particularly between latitudes 40 and 50 degrees south. These winds are characterised by their strength and consistency. The name "Roaring Forties" is derived from the powerful and persistent nature of these westerlies, and they are especially notable in the southern parts of the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans. The Roaring Forties significantly shape the weather patterns and ocean currents in the Southern Hemisphere.
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