What causes hurricanes in the Northern Hemisphere to rotate counterclockwise?(1 point)
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the Saffir-Simpson scale
the Saffir-Simpson scale
the Coriolis effect
the Coriolis effect
ocean temperatures
ocean temperatures
the strength of the eyewall
the strength of the eyewall
the Coriolis effect
The correct answer is: the Coriolis effect
The correct answer is the Coriolis effect. When discussing the rotation of hurricanes in the Northern Hemisphere, they rotate counterclockwise due to the Coriolis effect. The Coriolis effect is a result of the Earth's rotation. As the Earth spins on its axis, objects in motion (such as air masses) are deflected to the right in the Northern Hemisphere and to the left in the Southern Hemisphere. This deflection is due to the difference in linear speed between objects closer to the equator and objects closer to the poles. The Coriolis effect is responsible for the counterclockwise rotation of hurricanes in the Northern Hemisphere and the clockwise rotation in the Southern Hemisphere.
Which structural damage might be expected if a Category 1 hurricane is predicted to hit an area?(1 point)
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Well-constructed frame homes could have damage to the roof, shingles, and vinyl siding.
Well-constructed frame homes could have damage to the roof, shingles, and vinyl siding.
Well-built framed homes could incur major damage or removal of roof decking and gable ends.
Well-built framed homes could incur major damage or removal of roof decking and gable ends.
Well-built framed homes could sustain severe damage, with loss of most of the roof structure.
Well-built framed homes could sustain severe damage, with loss of most of the roof structure.
A high percentage of framed homes could be destroyed, with total roof failure and wall collapse.