Geography · Winds and Atmospheric Motion
Which of the following statements regarding wind dynamics are correct? i. A steep pressure gradient leads to high wind velocities. ii. Due to the Coriolis force, moving air deflects to the right in the Northern Hemisphere and to the left in the Southern Hemisphere. iii. Friction tends to increase wind speed. iv. Geostrophic winds blow when pressure gradient force balances frictional force.
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- 2iii and iv are correct
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i and ii are correct
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