How does the Coriolis Effect influence hurricanes and cyclones?

Question

A. determines the
direction of the wind rotation
B. determines how powerful they will be
C. determines where they will go
D. determines where they form

Answer 1

The Coriolis Effect primarily influences the rotation of hurricanes and cyclones. Therefore, the correct answer is:

A. determines the direction of the wind rotation

The Coriolis Effect causes storms in the Northern Hemisphere to rotate counterclockwise, while in the Southern Hemisphere, they rotate clockwise. This effect is crucial for the formation and development of tropical cyclones but does not directly determine their intensity (B), track (C), or location of formation (D).