Consider the following statements: 1. Jet streams occur in the Northern Hemisphere only. 2. Only some cyclones develop an eye. 3. The temperature inside the eye of a cyclone is nearly 10°C lesser than that of the surroundings. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
A.1 only
B.1 and 3 only
C.2 and 3 only
D.2 only✓ Correct
Explanation
Jet streams occur in both hemispheres, and the eye of a cyclone is actually warmer (not cooler) than the surroundings. Only the statement that some cyclones develop an eye is correct.
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