Which Statement Below Is Not Correct Concerning the Coriolis Force

question 6

Multiple Choice

Which statement below is not correct concerning the Coriolis force?

• A) It causes the winds to deflect to the right in the Northern Hemisphere.
• B) It is strongest at the equator.
• C) It can cause winds to change direction,but not to increase or decrease in speed.
• D) It deflects winds in opposite directions in the Northern and Southern Hemispheres.

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Definitions:

Df

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Main Effect

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