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2025 · GeographyPrevious Year Question
Q46.
Consider the following statements: Statement I: The amount of dust particles in the atmosphere is more in subtropical and temperate areas than in equatorial and polar regions. Statement II: Subtropical and temperate areas have less dry winds. Which one of the following is correct in respect of the above statements?
A. Both Statement I and Statement II are correct and Statement II explains Statement I
B. Both Statement I and Statement II are correct but Statement II does not explain Statement I
C. Statement I is correct but Statement II is not correct
D. Statement I is not correct but Statement II is correct
Answer

C

Explanation

particles are generally concentrated in the lower of the atmosphere; yet, air currents may transport them to great The higher concentration of particles is found in subtropical and temperate due to presence of dry winds in comparison to and polar regions. Statement I is correct but II is not correct.
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