The Coriolis effect is a result of: A. the earth's magnetic field B. the gravitational attraction of the moon C. the earth's rotation D. the seasons
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It is not directly related to the Earth's magnetic field (option A) or the gravitational attraction of the moon (option B). The seasons (option D) are caused by the tilt of Earth's axis and its orbit around the sun, not the Coriolis effect. Show more…
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