Chapter
The Coriolis Effect
10:21 - 19:12 (08:51)
The Coriolis effect is a phenomena caused by the rotation of the Earth which creates a counterclockwise spin in the Northern hemisphere and a clockwise spin in the Southern hemisphere.
Clips
Explaining the concept of the Earth's rotation, the podcast host suggests that the reason the Earth doesn't move while planes do is because different parts of the planet rotate at different distances.
10:21 - 11:42 (01:21)
Science
Summary
Explaining the concept of the Earth's rotation, the podcast host suggests that the reason the Earth doesn't move while planes do is because different parts of the planet rotate at different distances.
ChapterThe Coriolis Effect
EpisodeHow Wind Works
PodcastStuff You Should Know
The rotation of the earth is responsible for the circulation of air and weather patterns around the globe.
11:42 - 15:34 (03:52)
Science
Summary
The rotation of the earth is responsible for the circulation of air and weather patterns around the globe. Depending on the hemisphere, air will either veer right or left due to the Coriolis effect.
ChapterThe Coriolis Effect
EpisodeHow Wind Works
PodcastStuff You Should Know
In this podcast episode, the host explores the relationship between our brains and experiences, and discusses the phenomenon of hurricanes avoiding the equator.
15:35 - 19:12 (03:37)
Brain
Summary
In this podcast episode, the host explores the relationship between our brains and experiences, and discusses the phenomenon of hurricanes avoiding the equator.