WONDER #1236: Do Tornadoes Always Twist in the Same Direction?

Question 1 of 3

Most tornadoes in the northern hemisphere rotate in which direction?

1. clockwise
2. counter-clockwise
3. north to south
4. east to west

Question 2 of 3

<p class=\"FreeForm\">Which of the following is generally not directly affected by the Coriolis effect?</p>

1. Gulf Stream
2. jet stream
3. trade winds
4. tornadoes

Question 3 of 3

<p class=\"FreeForm\">The relationship between the Coriolis effect and a tornado’s spin direction can best be described by which word?</p>

1. direct
2. unrelated
3. moot
4. indirect

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