When the Coriolis effect is counter balanced by the pressure gradient force, the resulting wind is termed as:

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(c) Geostrophic winds — When the coriolis effect is offset by the pressure gradient force, the resulting wind is knows as geostrophic wind. The rotation of the Earth on its axis affects the direction of winds. The force that bends or deflects the direction of winds flowing in the horizontal direction is called deflection force or coriolish force.

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(A) Polar winds

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(B) Prevaling winds

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(D) Trade winds

When the Coriolis effect is counter balanced by the pressure gradient force, the resulting wind is termed as:

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