Understanding the Coriolis Effect
A Grade 6 science worksheet introducing the Coriolis Effect and its impact on weather patterns and ocean currents.
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Understanding the Coriolis Effect
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Read each question carefully and answer to the best of your ability. Use the provided images and diagrams to help you understand the concepts.
The Coriolis Effect is a fascinating phenomenon that plays a huge role in how winds blow and ocean currents flow on Earth. It's caused by the rotation of our planet. Because the Earth spins, anything moving freely across its surface, like air or water, appears to be deflected from a straight path.
1. What is the main cause of the Coriolis Effect?
The Earth's gravity
The Earth's rotation
The Sun's heat
The moon's orbit
2. In the Northern Hemisphere, which direction does the Coriolis Effect deflect moving objects?
To the left
To the right
Straight ahead
Upwards
1. The Coriolis Effect causes winds and ocean currents to from their original path.
2. In the Southern Hemisphere, moving objects are deflected to the .
1. The Coriolis Effect is stronger at the equator and weaker at the poles.
True
False
2. The Coriolis Effect influences the direction of hurricanes and typhoons.
True
False
1. Explain how the Earth's rotation leads to the Coriolis Effect.
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