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The Coriolis Effect

Description
Controls of wind
Coriolis effect
Apparent deflection in the wind direction due to Earth’s rotation
Deflection is to the right in the Northern Hemisphere and to the left in the Southern Hemisphere
Friction
Only important near the surface
Acts to slow the air’s movement
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