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    A Geostrophic Wind
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A Geostrophic Wind

Question 41

Question 41

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A geostrophic wind:


A) follows the pressure gradient force.
B) curves around to flow toward its original source.
C) flows perpendicular to the pressure gradient force.
D) is usually not affected by the Coriolis force.

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