Consider the following statements regarding the Humboldt (Peru) Current and its climatic impacts: 1. The Humboldt Current is a cold-water current that flows northwards along the west coast of South America. 2. During an El Niño event, the Humboldt Current is strengthened, leading to even colder sea surface temperatures and increased fish yields. 3. The cold waters of the Humboldt Current contribute to the extreme aridity of the Atacama Desert. Which of the statements given above are correct?
Options:
- A: 1 and 2 only
- B: 2 and 3 only
- C: 1 and 3 only
- D: 1, 2 and 3
Related Practice Questions:
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