What general theory did Galton propose in the field of meteorology?
Theory of Relativity
Theory of Anticyclones
Theory of Hurricanes
Theory of Evolution
Answer
Francis Galton is a scientist known for his work in statistics, meteorology, and fingerprinting. In meteorology, he proposed Theory of anticyclones, which states that anticyclones are areas of high pressure that rotate clockwise in the Northern Hemisphere and counterclockwise in the Southern Hemisphere. Anticyclones are typically associated with clear skies and light winds.
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