What Weather or Climate Phenomenon Is a Consequence of the Coriolis

question 37

Multiple Choice

What weather or climate phenomenon is a consequence of the Coriolis effect?

• A) snow
• B) hurricanes
• C) rain
• D) thunderstorms

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Definitions:

Conformation

The spatial arrangement of atoms in a molecule that can be altered by rotation around single bonds, without breaking chemical bonds.

Eclipsed Conformation

A molecular conformation where substituents on adjacent atoms align with each other, typically resulting in higher steric strain.

Staggered Conformation

An arrangement of atoms in a molecule where groups attached to adjacent carbons are as far apart as possible, minimizing steric strain.

Ethane

A simple alkane with the chemical formula C2H6, consisting of two carbon atoms single-bonded together, surrounded by hydrogen atoms.