The generally easterly winds that blow on both sides of the equator are called
A)trade winds.
B)monsoons.
C)cyclones.
D)doldrums.

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The trade winds are the prevailing winds that blow from the east towards the west in the tropics, i.e. between 30 degrees north and south of the equator. These winds are called 'trade winds' because they facilitated the trade routes of old sailing ships by blowing them towards their destinations. Monsoons are seasonal winds that bring heavy rainfall in some parts of the world. Cyclones are intense weather systems characterized by low pressure at their center and high winds circulating around it. Doldrums are areas near the equator where the winds are calm and the sea is still.

The Generally Easterly Winds That Blow on Both Sides of the Equator