Explanation:
The Coriolis effect deflects winds to the right in the Northern Hemisphere and to the left in the Southern Hemisphere due to Earth's rotation.
Explanation:
The Saffir-Simpson scale is used to categorize hurricanes (tropical cyclones) in the Atlantic and Eastern Pacific based on their sustained wind speeds. The Richter scale is for earthquakes, the Fujita scale for tornadoes, and the Mercalli scale for earthquake intensity.
Explanation:
A marine climate (maritime climate) is characterized by a small annual temperature range due to the moderating influence of oceans. Winters are mild, and summers are cool compared to continental climates.
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