[Solved] Which one of the following characteristics is NOT associated with the tropical cyclones? [NDA 2002]

Q.	Which one of the following characteristics is NOT associated with the tropical cyclones? [NDA 2002]
A.	Before the cyclone arrives the air becomes very still and temperature and humidity are high
B.	As the front of the vertex arrives, gusty winds develop and thick clouds appear
C.	As the cold front passes, the weather changes very rapidly
D.	Calm conditions return when the eye of the cyclone arrives
Answer» D. Calm conditions return when the eye of the cyclone arrives

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