Consider the following statements regarding the Sun’s Near-Surface Shear Layer (NSSL):
Statement I: The plasma flows in the NSSL are responsible for driving the Sun’s large-scale torsional oscillations.
Statement II: These flows, shaped by the Sun’s rotation and Coriolis force, exhibit inflows at the surface and outward movement at deeper layers.
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.