What is the Coriolis effect and what are its applications?

Coriolis effect is the behaviour of mass in a rotating frame of reference, when acted upon by an unbalanced force. The result is acceleration, but not in the direction of the force, but at right angles to the direction of that force. read more

Coriolis Effect or Coriolis force in Physics refers to the force of inertia that acts on objects in motion in relation to a rotating reference frame. For instance, if the reference frame is has a clockwise rotation, the Coriolis force would be acting in the opposite direction the motion of the object. read more

In meteorology, a rotating frame (the Earth) with its Coriolis force provides a more natural framework for explanation of air movements than a non-rotating, inertial frame without Coriolis forces. In long-range gunnery, sight corrections for the Earth's rotation are based upon the Coriolis force. read more