The weak Coriolis effect at the equator does not allow tropical cyclones to form. Indicate whether the statement is true or false
ANS: T
The atmosphere at the equator would support cyclone development, but there is not enough
momentum from the Coriolis effect to initiate the spinning motion. Information can be found in the
section Storms Are Variations in Large-Scale Atmospheric Circulation.
You might also like to view...
The ____________ zone is located in the intertidal region. Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s)
A line of showers or thunderstorms that develops parallel to, and often ahead of, an advancing cold front is called a(n) ____________________
Fill in the blank(s) with correct word
The troposphere holds more than ________ percent of the atmospheric mass
A) 50 B) 75 C) 85 D) 90 E) 99
Rising mortality rates and declining health care in Russia, have brought life expectancy levels identical to:
A) Turkmenistan B) Estonia C) Krygyzstan D) Kazakhstan E) Latvia