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Question : The force of deflection was first discovered by:

Option 1: Coriolis

Option 2: Ferrel

Option 3: Thornthwaite

Option 4: Koeppen


Team Careers360 10th Jan, 2024
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Correct Answer: Ferrel


Solution : The correct option is Ferrel.

William Ferrel created hypotheses that thoroughly described the mid-latitude atmospheric circulation cell. He showed that rising warm air had a propensity to draw in air from more southerly, warmer locations and carry it poleward as a result of the Coriolis effect.

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