Post Utme Covenant University 2018 Geography Question 21

Practice objective / multiple choice question 21 from the 2018 Post Utme Covenant University Geography examination.

Post Utme Covenant University 2018 Geography Objective / Multiple Choice
Question 21 POST_UTME_COVENANT_UNIVERSITY • 2018 • GEOGRAPHY • objective

The Earth's rotation causes the Coriolis effect, which in turn influences global wind patterns. However, this effect is more pronounced near the equator than at higher latitudes. What is the primary reason for this difference?

Answer Options

Correct Answer A. The Coriolis effect is weaker at higher latitudes due to the Earth's slightly ellipsoidal shape.
B. The Coriolis effect is stronger at higher latitudes due to the increased distance from the equator.
C. The Coriolis effect is weaker at higher latitudes due to the reduced atmospheric pressure.
D. The Coriolis effect is stronger at higher latitudes due to the increased wind speed.
Correct Answer
A
Correct Option:
The Coriolis effect is weaker at higher latitudes due to the Earth's slightly ellipsoidal shape.

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This is Post Utme Covenant University 2018 Geography Question 21. It is one of the objective questions from the 2018 Post Utme Covenant University Geography examination.

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