Force of Coriolis
Three balls move, starting for the same point or going towards it, with a radial
direction at 120° angles, leaving tracks at regular intervals of time.
The trajectories of the three balls differ according to
the coordinate system. When referring to a fixed coordinate system
they coincide with the radii, whereas when referring to a rotating coordinate system they follow
a curved shape. This is similar to what it is possible to what you can see on the Earth when
there is movement without friction, like the winds.
The force of Coriolis is a pseudo force.
Buttons and allow the choice between a clockwise
or anticlockwise rotation.
With buttons e it is possible to choose the direction of
the motion of the balls: from the centre towards the periphery (pole equator) or from
the periphery towards the centre (equator - pole).
With button it is possible to
have a view from upstairs or an axonometric view.
For the choice of a fixed or rotating coordinate system use buttons
and .
Start by clicking the button .
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