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Storms

Question 6 • {HS} Earth and Space Science Sem. 1

Which condition causes a hurricane to rotate?

Answer
A
a local storm surge
B
the Coriolis effect
C
several large waves
D
severe coastal flooding

Explanation

The Coriolis effect, caused by Earth’s rotation, deflects moving air and helps give hurricanes their spin. A storm surge, large waves, and coastal flooding are effects or features of storms, not the cause of their rotation. The correct choice is “the Coriolis effect.”

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