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With reference to “Coriolis force”, which of the following statements is/are correct? 1. It increases with increase in wind velocity. 2. It is maximum at the poles and is absent at the equator. Select the correct answer using the code given below:

UPSC · 2024 · Geography
Question:
With reference to “Coriolis force”, which of the following statements is/are correct? 1. It increases with increase in wind velocity. 2. It is maximum at the poles and is absent at the equator. Select the correct answer using the code given below:
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Options

1 only
2 only
Both 1 and 2
Neither 1 nor 2
Answer: Both 1 and 2

Explanation:
The Coriolis force strengthens with wind speed and is maximum at the poles, becoming zero at the equator.

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