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Geography2020
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 less than that of the surroundings. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Explanation

The correct statement is 2 only: "Only some cyclones develop an eye." This is accurate because not all cyclones, specifically weaker ones or tropical storms, form a distinct eye, which is a region of calm typically found in stronger hurricanes. Statement 1 is incorrect as jet streams occur in both the Northern and Southern Hemispheres, while statement 3 is also incorrect because the temperature in the eye of a well-developed cyclone is actually warmer than the surrounding clouds, often around 10°C or more, due to descending air compressing and warming. This conceptual understanding of cyclones and atmospheric dynamics is crucial for UPSC-level preparedness.

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