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?

1. (a) Both Statement I and Statement II are correct and Statement II explains Statement I
2. (b) Both Statement I and Statement II are correct but Statement II does not explain Statement I
3. (c) Statement I is correct but Statement II is not correctCorrect answer
4. (d) Statement I is not correct but Statement II is correct

Answer: (c)