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 is/are correct?
A.2 and 3 only
B.2 only✓ Correct
C.1 and 3 only
D.1 only
Explanation
Jet streams occur in both hemispheres, not only the Northern. Only some cyclones (typically intense ones) develop an eye. The eye of a cyclone is actually warmer, not cooler, than the surroundings.
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