Question

hat is the Coriolis effect?

the spin of the earth and its ability to curve the wind direction

consistent, strong winds that always flow in the same direction

trade winds that blow towards the center of the earth

the area where the northeast and southeast trade winds meet at the equator

the heating and warming of the gulf waters

Answer 1

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The Coriolis effect refers to the deflection of moving objects, such as air or water, caused by the rotation of the Earth. Specifically, it affects the path of moving air masses, making them curve instead of moving in a straight line. This effect is responsible for the rotation of large-scale weather systems, like hurricanes and tropical cyclones, as well as the rotation of ocean currents.