The Coriolis effect would be influenced most by a change in Earth's: rate of rotation, period of revolution, angle of tilt, or average surface temperature?
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The question is asking which factor has the most influence on the Coriolis effect related to Earth. It presents multiple-choice options to select from.
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Rate of rotation
The Coriolis effect is influenced most by a change in Earth's rate of rotation.
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The Coriolis effect is influenced most by a change in Earth's rate of rotation.
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The Coriolis effect is the deflection of moving objects due to Earth's rotation, most significant at the equator and decreasing towards the poles.
Tips
A common mistake is confusing revolution or tilt with rotation, but Coriolis is directly related to Earth's spin.
Sources
- Coriolis effect | National Geographic - education.nationalgeographic.org
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