Consider the following statements:
Statement I:
In January, in the Northern Hemisphere, the isotherms bend equatorward while crossing the landmasses, and poleward while crossing the oceans.
Statement II:
In January, the air over the oceans is warmer than that over the landmasses in the Northern Hemisphere.
Which one of the following is correct in respect of the above statements?
✅ Statement I: Correct
In January, isotherms bend equatorward over land (which cools faster) and poleward over oceans (which retain heat). ✅ Statement II: Correct
Oceans stay warmer than land in January because water has a higher specific heat. ✅ Relationship:
Statement II explains why the isotherms behave as described in Statement I. Correct Answer: Both statements are correct, and Statement II explains Statement I.