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Which one of the following regions acts as a barrier causing bifurcation of the westerly jet stream over Asia

AHindu Kush Range

BPamir Knot

CTibetan Highlands

DKunlun Mountains

Answer:

C. Tibetan Highlands

Read Explanation:

  • The Tibetan Highlands act as a significant topographical barrier that causes the westerly jet stream to bifurcate into northern and southern branches.


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