Q180
The deflection of the winds to the right in the northern hemisphere is caused by
A.
Revolution of the Earth
B.
Rotation of the Earth
AnswerC.
Uneven heating of the Earth
D.
All the above
Answer: Option B
Solution
Answer: Option B
Solution:
Because of the rotation of Earth from west to east, the winds are deflected towards right in the Northern hemisphere & towards left in the Southern hemisphere. This is also known as Coriollis Effect.