Attempt this previous-year question. The correct option stays hidden until you choose.
Westerlies in the southern hemisphere are stronger and persistent than in northern hemisphere. Why?
1. The Southern hemisphere has less landmass as compared to the Northern hemisphere.
2. Coriolis force is higher in Southern hemisphere as compared to the Northern hemisphere
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Pick an option to check yourself.
• Correct Answer: A
• Southern hemisphere westerlies are stronger due to less landmass and reduced frictional barriers.
• Coriolis force magnitude depends on latitude, not hemisphere; it is equal at equivalent latitudes in both hemispheres.
Attempt Prelims MCQs or open Mains questions by paper — then continue the same bank inside the app with visual decks.
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