The Coriolis Effect, page G1-G2

What are the prevailing winds closest to the equator known as?

• Westerlies

• Trade winds

• Polar winds

• Easterlies

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What causes the prevailing winds to blow consistently in the same direction?

• The position of the sun

• The spinning of Earth

• The shape of the ocean

• The temperature of the water

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What is the Coriolis effect?

• The effect of the sun on the ocean

• The effect of Earth's gravity on the wind

• The curved pattern of wind due to Earth's spinning

• The effect of the moon on the tides

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Why is air at the equator warmer than air at the poles?

• Because of the ocean currents

• Because of the sun's direct rays

• Because of the Earth's tilt

• Because of the moon's gravity

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What is the main topic of the text?

• Ocean currents

• The Coriolis effect

• The history of sailing

• The Earth's atmosphere

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What effect causes winds to blow in big circular patterns?

• Greenhouse effect

• Coriolis effect

• Butterfly effect

• Doppler effect

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What are trade winds?

• Winds that blow in straight lines

• Winds that blow in circular patterns

• Winds that stop moving

• Winds that change direction frequently

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What might be different without the Coriolis effect?

• The color of the sky

• The shape of the continents

• Life on Earth

• The height of mountains

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What does the Coriolis effect influence besides winds?

• Ocean currents

• Mountain formation

• River flow

• Earthquakes

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What is shown in the diagram related to the Coriolis effect?

• The direction of Earth's spin

• The height of mountains

• The depth of the ocean

• The color of the sky

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