A&O- Coriolis Flashcards

1
Q

Where is there no coriolis force

A

At the equator

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2
Q

What direction does the earth rotate in

A

East to west

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3
Q

What temperature is high pressure air

A

Cold (so dense)

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4
Q

What direction are pressure systems in the NH and SH

A

Clockwise is N hem

Anti clockwise in S hem

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5
Q

In the Ekaman spiral there ends up being a net movement of water at .. degrees from the wind

A

90 degrees

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