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What is a “tetroon” in the field of meteorology?

(a) A tool used to study wind patterns

(b) A tool used to study pressure variations

(c) A tool used to study temperature deviations

(d) A tool used to study humidity

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The correct choice is (a) A tool used to study wind patterns

Best explanation: Tetroon – Tetrahedral Balloon drifts horizontally along with the wind and is tracked by radar. It is used to analyse local wind patterns.

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