1.

There is a low pressure belt in the equatorial region due to high temperature and atmospheric
pressure decreases with increase in temperature.
2. The sub- tropical high pressure belt is called the Horse latitudes because due to the calm water
in this latitude, ships would not move in the ocean water prolonging the voyage. The shortage of
drinking water made it difficult for the crew of the ships to keep the horses alive and thus they
threw the horses into the oceans.
3. In winter high pressure prevails over landmasses because
4. The effect of the great westerlies is felt in Europe more than North America because the Rocky
Mountains in the Western margin of North America alter the direction of the westerly which
whereas the west coast of Europe is constantly exposed to predominant westerly winds.
5. Major pressure and wind belts move poleward during the summer season because
6. Tropical cyclones cause heavy damage to life and property because of their strong blowing
winds, associated storm surge, excessive rain and flooding.