What describes the theoretical direction of Ekman transport in the Southern Hemisphere??

a. 30° to the left of wind direction
b. 45° to the left of wind direction
c. 45° to the right of wind direction
d. 90° to the left of wind direction
e. 90° to the right of wind direction


Answer: d. 90° to the left of wind direction

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