Question

question #5
the diagram shows the location of earths equator.
which statement best explains why hurricanes do not form near the equator?
a temperatures at the surface of the ocean are too low near the equator.
b winds in the upper troposphere are too strong near the equator.
c there is little water near the equator, and hurricanes need water to form.
d there is zero coriolis effect at the equator which prevents the rotation of ai

Explanation:

Hurricanes require the Coriolis Effect to initiate and maintain the rotational motion of air masses. At the equator, the Coriolis Effect is zero because the Earth's rotational velocity has no horizontal component perpendicular to the equator, so air cannot curve to form the cyclonic rotation needed for hurricanes. Option A is wrong because equatorial ocean temperatures are warm enough for hurricanes. Option B is incorrect as upper troposphere winds are not the primary barrier. Option C is false because the equator has extensive ocean coverage.

Answer:

D. There is zero Coriolis Effect at the equator which prevents the rotation of air