| Westerlies in Southern hemisphere are stronger and persistent than in Northern hemisphere. Why? |
| 1. Southern hemisphere has less landmass as compared to Northern hemisphere. |
| 2. Coriolis force is higher in Southern hemisphere as compared to Northern hemisphere. |
| Which of the statement(s) given above is/are correct? |
A) Only 1
B) Only 2
C) Both 1 and 2
D) Neither 1 nor 2
Correct Answer: A
Solution :
Exp. [a] Coriolis force is dependent only on the rotation of the Earth. So, it is nearly constant from similar latitudinal distance from either side of the equator.
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