Which of the following statements regarding cyclones and anti-cyclones is/are <strong>CORRECT</strong>?<br>1. In the Northern Hemisphere, cyclones rotate counter clockwise and anticyclones rotate clockwise.<br>2. Cyclones are often associated with cloudy or rainy weather, whereas anticyclones are often associated with fair weather.<br>3. In the Southern Hemisphere, the cyclonic spiral will be clockwise because the Coriolis force acts to the left.<br>Select the 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. 1, 2 and 3
Explanation
All three statements are correct. Due to the Coriolis force, cyclones rotate counter-clockwise in the Northern Hemisphere and clockwise in the Southern Hemisphere. Cyclones bring unstable, cloudy weather, while anticyclones bring stable, fair weather.
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