Multiple Choice
Which of the following is true regarding the effects of the Coriolis force?
A) the amount of Coriolis deflection is uniform from equator to poles.
B) Coriolis deflection occurs only along parallels,not meridians.
C) Coriolis force is zero at the poles,increasing to maximum along the equator.
D) Coriolis force is zero along the equator,increasing to one-half of maximum at 30° latitude and maximum at the poles.
E) Coriolis deflection varies with changing intensity of the magnetic field.
Correct Answer:

Verified
Correct Answer:
Verified
Q17: In the absence of friction,the combined effect
Q48: Which of the following is correctly matched?<br>A)Adriatic
Q49: The closer the spacing of the isobars,the
Q51: The root word for barometer-baros- means<br>A)heat.<br>B)air.<br>C)weight.<br>D)storm.<br>E)rise.
Q52: The dynamic secondary pressure areas located around
Q54: Objects and wind moving over distance and
Q55: Draw and label a diagram showing the
Q56: The polar high pressure cells<br>A)are the strongest
Q57: Mountain-valley breezes are caused by<br>A)warmer air descending
Q131: The Coriolis force is responsible for the