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What is Coriolis Effect?
What do you understand by the term “Coriolis effect”?
Short Answer
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Solution
The earth’s slanted axis is used for rotation. Winds would follow the pressure gradient’s direction if it didn’t. However, in addition to the pressure force, the rotation generates additional force. The air is deflected by what is known as the “Coriolis Effect” or “Coriolis Force.”
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Chapter 14: Atmospheric Pressure and Winds - EXERCISES [Page 137]
