Consider the following statements regarding the impact of air pollution and climate change on solar power generation:
Statement I : Global dimming and brightening influence the amount of solar radiation reaching the Earth's surface, impacting solar power generation efficiency.
Statement II : Air pollution enhances the efficiency of solar panels by scattering sunlight, allowing more diffuse radiation to reach the panels.
Which one of the following is correct in respect of the above statements?
1
Both Statement I and Statement II are correct, and Statement II is the correct explanation for Statement I.
2
Both Statement I and Statement II are correct, but Statement II is not the correct explanation for Statement I.
3
Statement I is correct, but Statement II is incorrect.
4
Statement I is incorrect, but Statement II is correct.