The Coriolis force is maximum at: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

The Coriolis force is maximum at:
A. The equator
B. 60° latitude
C. 30° latitude
D. The poles
Answer: Option D
Solution (By JKExamLibrary)
The Coriolis force is maximum at the poles and zero at the equator. It is directly related to the sine of latitude, so it increases from the equator to the poles.

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