Post Utme Babcock University 2020 Geography Question 36

Practice objective / multiple choice question 36 from the 2020 Post Utme Babcock University Geography examination.

Post Utme Babcock University 2020 Geography Objective / Multiple Choice
Question 36 POST_UTME_BABCOCK_UNIVERSITY • 2020 • GEOGRAPHY • objective

The Earth's rotation causes the Coriolis effect, which in turn influences global wind patterns. However, the Coriolis effect is most pronounced in the tropics. What is the primary reason for this?

Answer Options

A. The Coriolis effect is weaker in the tropics due to the Earth's slightly ellipsoidal shape.
B. The tropics have a higher concentration of landmasses, which disrupts wind patterns.
Correct Answer C. The Coriolis effect is stronger in the tropics due to the increased temperature and atmospheric pressure.
D. The tropics have a more uniform atmospheric circulation, reducing the Coriolis effect.
Correct Answer
C
Correct Option:
The Coriolis effect is stronger in the tropics due to the increased temperature and atmospheric pressure.

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This is Post Utme Babcock University 2020 Geography Question 36. It is one of the objective questions from the 2020 Post Utme Babcock University Geography examination.

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