Consider the following statements about AMOC:
1. It helps in distributing energy around the earth.
2. Western Europe’s climate is less harsh even in winters because of AMOC.
Which of the above is/are correct?

1 only

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2 only

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Both 1 and 2

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Neither 1 nor 2

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Solution

The correct option is C Both 1 and 2
The AMOC is a system of ocean currents in the Atlantic region that transport the warm waters from tropics to the temperate regions of North Atlantic . It is vital for distribution of energy across the ocean system and affects precipitation thereby moderating the European climate.

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Consider the following statements about AMOC: 1. It helps in distributing energy around the earth. 2. Western Europe’s climate is less harsh even in winters because of AMOC. Which of the above is/are correct?

Consider the following statements about AMOC:
1. It helps in distributing energy around the earth.
2. Western Europe’s climate is less harsh even in winters because of AMOC.
Which of the above is/are correct?