With reference to Ocean Mean Temperature (OMT), which of the following statements is/are correct ? 1. OMT is measured up to a depth of 26°C isotherm which is 129 meters in the south-western Indian Ocean during January - March. 2. OMT collected during January - March can be used in assessing whether the amount of rainfall in monsoon will be less or more than a certain long-term mean. Select the correct answer using the code given below :
a
1 only
b
2 only
c
Both 1 and 2
d
Neither 1 nor 2
Oceanography & Climate ChangeOcean Mean Temperature (OMT) and Monsoon PredictionOcean Mean Temperature (OMT)26°C isotherm129 metersSouth-western Indian OceanJanuary-MarchMonsoon rainfall