Which of the following is NOT true with respect to the Coriolis effect?

A) It affects any freely moving object.
B) It bends ocean currents.
C) It is greatest at the equator.
D) It is greatest when objects move faster.
E) It is directly related to the speed of Earth's rotation.


Answer: C

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