Question

the diagram shows the direction trade winds blow below and above the equator. what causes the trade winds to move at an angle rather than straight toward the equator? a. ferrel cells push them west. b. hadley cells stop them. c. the coriolis effect bends them. d. doldrums get in their way.

Explanation:

The Coriolis effect is a phenomenon caused by the Earth's rotation that deflects moving objects (such as air masses in the case of trade - winds) to one side as they travel along the Earth's surface. This deflection causes the trade winds to move at an angle rather than straight toward the equator. Ferrel cells and Hadley cells are part of the general atmospheric circulation but do not directly cause the angled movement of trade - winds. Doldrums are calm areas near the equator and do not cause the angled motion of trade - winds.

Answer:

C. The Coriolis effect bends them.