When geostrophic conditions exist in the atmosphere, the net force on the moving air is:
A) large since the wind speed is fast.
B) zero.
C) large when the wind speed is slow.
D) called a centrifugal force.
E) called a centripetal force.

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Under geostrophic conditions, the Coriolis force is balanced by the pressure gradient force, resulting in a net force of zero.

When Geostrophic Conditions Exist in the Atmosphere, the Net Force