The Coriolis Effect, Part 1
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**The Coriolis Force, Part 1**
Ever wondered why storms spin? And have you ever heard that toilets spin backwards in the Southern Hemisphere? In this video, we learn all about how the the rotation of the Earth or a Merry-Go-Round can change the way objects move on their surface.
Check out Part 2, where we address more myths and facts about the Coriolis Force: • The Coriolis Effect, Part 2
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