Multiple choice

Westerlies in southern hemisphere are stronger and persistent than in the 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 statements given above is/are correct?

  1. 1 only

  2. 2 only

  3. Both 1 and 2

  4. Neither 1 nor 2
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A Correct answer
Explanation

The speed of these winds are higher and persistence in southern hemisphere. The land mass in southern hemisphere is lesser in comparison to the northern hemisphere.

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