1
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What is the Coriolis force
A
A force that causes the deflection of winds
2
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How is Coriolis force caused?
A
By the rotation of the earth
3
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What does Coriolis force influence ?
A
The direction of winds
4
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Ferrel’s Law
A
Winds are deflected to their left in the Southern Hemisphere and to their right in the northern hemisphere
5
Q
Where is their no Coriolis force?
A
Between 5 degrees north and 5 degrees south
6
Q
What is the strength of the Coriolis force dependent on?
A
The speed of the wind ( the faster the wind the stronger the Coriolis force )
Geo Form 4
flashcards
Decks in class (18)
# Cards
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Global Air Circulation17
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Air Masses8
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Pressure Gradient6
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Coriolis Force6
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Geostrophic Flow9
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Relationships Between Air Temperature, Air Pressure And Wind7
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The Role Of Winds On Energy Balance6
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The Role Of Oceans Currents On Energy Balance6
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Revolution Of Earth Around The Sun7
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The Tilt Of The Earth’s Surface5
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Seasonal Differences In The Heating Of The Atmosphere11
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The Unequal Heating Of The Atmosphere3
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The Global Air Ciruclation Diagram8
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Tropical Cyclones12
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Monsoons6
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Factors That Influence The Climate Of Africa8
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Mid-latitude Cyclones8
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Mid Latitude Cyclones15
