Post Utme Al Hikmah University 2025 Geography Question 1

Practice objective / multiple choice question 1 from the 2025 Post Utme Al Hikmah University Geography examination.

Post Utme Al Hikmah University 2025 Geography Objective / Multiple Choice
Question 1 POST_UTME_AL-HIKMAH_UNIVERSITY • 2025 • GEOGRAPHY • objective

The Earth's rotation causes a phenomenon known as the Coriolis effect, which influences global weather patterns. What is the primary reason for the Coriolis effect?

Answer Options

Correct Answer A. The Earth's rotation causes a deflection of moving objects to the right in the Northern Hemisphere and to the left in the Southern Hemisphere.
B. The Coriolis effect is caused by the Earth's slightly ellipsoidal shape.
C. The Coriolis effect is a result of the Earth's rotation and the movement of air masses.
D. The Coriolis effect is a phenomenon that occurs only in the tropics.
Correct Answer
A
Correct Option:
The Earth's rotation causes a deflection of moving objects to the right in the Northern Hemisphere and to the left in the Southern Hemisphere.

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