With reference to the Coriolis force, consider the following statement...
The Coriolis effect is caused by the rotation of the Earth and the inertia of the mass experiencing the effect. It is a apparent force and not real force.
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With reference to the Coriolis force, consider the following statement...
Statement 1: It is a real force caused by the rotation of earth.
The Coriolis force is a pseudo force, not a real force, that is experienced by objects in a rotating frame of reference, such as the Earth. It is an apparent force that arises due to the rotation of the Earth and the inertia of moving objects. Therefore, statement 1 is incorrect.
Statement 2: It deflects the winds to their right in Northern Hemisphere.
The Coriolis force affects the motion of objects, including winds, in the Earth's atmosphere. In the Northern Hemisphere, the Coriolis force deflects moving objects, including winds, to their right. This deflection is due to the rotation of the Earth and the conservation of angular momentum. Therefore, statement 2 is correct.
Statement 3: Higher the speed of the wind greater is the Coriolis force.
The Coriolis force is proportional to the velocity of the moving object. As the speed of the wind increases, the Coriolis force also increases. This means that higher the speed of the wind, greater is the Coriolis force experienced by it. Therefore, statement 3 is correct.
In conclusion, statements 2 and 3 are correct, while statement 1 is incorrect. Hence, the correct answer is option 'B' (2 3).