UPSC Geography The origin and evolution of the earth Question Bank Universe / Sun / Planets / Earth

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    The Equatorial region has no other season except summer. What could be the reason?    [NDA 2014-II]
    1. The length of day and night is more or less equal over the year
    2. The Earth's rotational velocity is maximum at the Equator
    3. The coriolis force is zero at the Equator
    Select the correct answer using the code given below:

    A)  1 only

    B)  1 and 2 only

    C)  2 and 3 only

    D)  1, 2 and 3

    Correct Answer: D

    Solution :

     On the equator, the day and night stay approximately the same length all year round, the earth's rotational velocity is maximum at the Equator. The carioles force is greatest at the poles and 0 at the equator.


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