With reference to Coriolis force, which of the following statements is/are correct?

With reference to Coriolis force”, which of the following statements is/are correct?

1. It increases with increase in wind velocity.
2. It is maximum at the poles and is absent at the equator.

Select the answer using the code given below :

(a). 1 only

(b). 2 only

(c). Both 1 and 2

(d). Neither 1 nor 2

Explanation:

Coriolis Force:

It increases with increase in wind velocity: The Coriolis force is directly proportional to the speed of the moving object. So, as wind velocity increases, the Coriolis force acting on it also increases.

It is maximum at the poles and is absent at the equator: The Coriolis force depends on the Earth's rotation. At the poles, the Earth's rotation has the maximum effect, making the Coriolis force strongest. At the equator, the Earth's rotation has no effect, resulting in zero Coriolis force.

So, the correct answer is (c).