Question

Westerlies in the southern hemisphere are stronger and persistent than in the northern hemisphere. Why?

1. Southern hemisphere has less landmass as compared to the northern hemisphere.
2. Coriolis force is higher in the southern hemisphere as compared to the northern hemisphere.

Which of the statement/s given above is/are correct?

• A. 1 Only
• B. 2 Only
• C. Both 1 and 2
• D. Neither 1 nor 2

Answer 1

The correct option is A 1 Only

<!--td {border: 1px solid #ccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}--> Coriolis force acts identically in both the Hemispheres.
Due to less landmass, the winds experience a lesser frictional force in the Southern Hemisphere compared to the Northern Hemisphere.