How does the Coriolis effect make ocean currents appear to move? a. back and forth c. clockwise b. in a curved path d. against the Earth’s rotation
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As Earth spins, the Coriolis effect causes the paths of moving objects to be deflected. In the Northern Hemisphere, this deflection is to the right of the object's motion, while in the Southern Hemisphere, it is to the left. Ocean currents are affected by the Show more…
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