Consider the following statements: Statement I: In January, in the Northern Hemisphere, the isotherms bend equatorward while crossing landmasses, and poleward while crossing oceans. Statement II: In January, the air over the oceans is warmer than that over the landmasses in the Northern Hemisphere. Which one of the following is correct in respect of the above statements?

Options

1. Both Statement I and Statement II are correct and Statement II explains Statement I
2. Both Statement I and Statement II are correct but Statement II does not explain Statement I
3. Statement I is correct but Statement II is not correct
4. Statement I is not correct but Statement II is correct

Correct Answer

Both Statement I and Statement II are correct and Statement II explains Statement I

Explanation

In winter, land cools faster than oceans, so isotherms bend equatorward over continents and poleward over seas.

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