USCG USCG GENNAV
Set 2 • Question #32 of 246
Launch Interactive Practice Room Tropical cyclones do not form within 5° of the Equator because __________.
A
there are no fronts in that area
B
it is too hot
C
it is too humid
D
of negligible Coriolis force
✓ Correct Answer
USCG NMC Regulatory Explanation
In USCG General Navigation principles (Bowditch, Light Lists, and Coast Pilots), regarding 'Tropical cyclones do not form within 5° of the Equator because', the verified fact is: 'of negligible Coriolis force'.
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