Lecture 24: Indian Subcontinent Flashcards
1
Q
What are monsoons?
A
Seasonal reversal in wind directions.
2
Q
Why are indian monsoons so pronounced?
A
Summers are very hot and cooler winds come over the ocean, and are moisture laden and are blocked by the Himalayas and drop their rain over the Indian subcontinent
3
Q
Why are India’s winters hot?
A
the Himalayas form a barrier that prevents cold air from passing onto the subcontinent.
