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El Nino is
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This is about a periodic warming of Pacific Ocean waters near South America, not a storm system.
SNAP - 2008
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Updated On:
Jul 14, 2026
A Sea storm
A warm ocean current
A tropical disturbance
Another name of typhoon
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The Correct Option is
B
Solution and Explanation
El Nino is a periodic warming of Pacific Ocean surface waters near South America, unfolding gradually - not a storm, localized disturbance, or typhoon (a distinct rotating storm system).
Final Answer:
A warm ocean current, option (2).
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