Apentix/AP Environmental Science/Unit 4: Earth Systems and Resources/Question
AP Environmental Sciencemediummcq1 pt

The Coriolis effect deflects moving air to the

A.right in the Northern Hemisphere, left in the Southern
B.left in the Northern Hemisphere, right in the Southern
C.east in both hemispheres
D.nowhere — it does not exist

Explanation

Core Concept

Earth's rotation makes moving objects appear to curve — clockwise in the north, counterclockwise in the south — shaping winds and storms.

Correct Answer

Aright in the Northern Hemisphere, left in the Southern

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