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Haya94

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on: Jul 13, 2018
Which of the following is the force that initially causes the wind to blow?
 
  A) Coriolis effect
  B) Geostrophic
  C) Gravity
  D) Pressure gradient
  E) Friction

Question 2

The Coriolis effect exists because ________.
 
  A) the Earth rotates
  B) gravity exists
  C) friction and pressure gradient are balanced
  D) geostrophic force and gravity are balanced
  E) the Earth is an oblate spheroid
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wergv

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Reply #1 on: Jul 13, 2018
Answer to Question 1

Answer: D

Answer to Question 2

Answer: A


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