Assume that the absolute vorticity of flowing air is conserved. If air is moving northeastward, which of the following statements is correct?
A. Air will bend anticyclonically to compensate for an increase in the Earth's vorticity.
B. Air will bend cyclonically to compensate for a decrease in the Earth's vorticity.
C. Air will bend anticyclonically to compensate for a decrease in the Earth's vorticity.
D. Air will bend cyclonically to compensate for an increase in the Earth's vorticity.
Answer: A
You might also like to view...
What is the function of the thick outer coverings of rattlesnakes and insects in desert biomes?
a. to prevent sunburn b. to reduce water loss through evaporation c. to prevent drowning during typical desert flash floods d. to prevent sunburn and reduce water loss e. for protection during competitive action during mating seasons
Which of the following surface environments is the most likely site for deposits in this photograph?
A) Steep mountain front
B) Glacier
C) Sand dunes
D) Beach
True or False: Geologic topics impact virtually every aspect of our daily lives, including such diverse issues as the economy, environmental health, and climate
Indicate whether this statement is true or false.
A vegetation type that occurs in a tropical climate and consists of grasslands and interspersed trees is the ________
Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).