Geostrophic flow:
A) undergoes a constant, or near constant, acceleration.
B) occurs when the pressure gradient force equals the Coriolis force.
C) occurs in atmospheric levels with substantial friction.
D) can occur in all levels of the atmosphere.
Answer: B
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