Among the following, which is the main factor responsible for development of pressure belts across the planet?
A
Differential heating
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B
Difference in pressure
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C
Coriolis force
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D
Difference in friction
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Solution
The correct option is A Differential heating The amount of sunlight decreases as we move from the equator to poles. This differential heating leads to the development of pressure belts across the planet.