With reference to Ocean Mean Temperature (OMT), which of the following statements is/are correct? 1. OMT is measured up to a depth of 26°C isotherm which is 129 meters in the south-western Indian Ocean during January-March. 2. OMT collected during January-March can be used in assessing whether the amount of rainfall in monsoon will be less or more than a certain long-term mean.
A.1 only
B.Neither 1 nor 2
C.Both 1 and 2✓ Correct
D.2 only
Explanation
Both statements are correct. OMT is measured up to 26°C isotherm depth, and the January-March OMT is used as a predictor for the southwest monsoon rainfall.
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