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Contrary to popular belief, water swirling down the drain is no related to the Earth's rotation or the Coriolis effect. The swirling vortex over the drain is likely related to angular momentum; the distance from the center of the rotation determines the speed of the rotation. o
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Do break dancers that spin on their heads spin in the opposite direction when they are south of the Equator?
No, break dancers spinning on their heads do not change direction when they are south of the Equator. The direction of their spin is determined by their personal preference and technique, not their location relative to the Equator.
Do hurricane's violent winds spin counterclockwise around the center or eye?
North of the equator, yes. South of the equator, they spin clockwise. Wind direction is affected by the spin of the Earth.
Why does water go down the plughole a different way once you cross the equator?
If you're looking to find out if the theory is true that it spins differently in the 2 hemispheres, it is true. In Uganda, right on the equator there was a demonstration of this gravity effect. They had a large funnel on each side of the line, about 20 ft away, and one right on the line. They poured water in, set a leaf on the water for visual aid, and stilled the water. When they released the hole in the bottom, the water spun opposite directions on the 2 sides. When they did the same test on the line itself, the water didn't spin at all. It dropped straight thru the hole. When the dish became just a tiny bit off center, the water began to spin. Only directly in the center of the equator did it not spin. Amazing!
Which direction do the turbines spin in when the tides come in and out?
Turbines typically spin in the same direction regardless of whether tides are coming in or going out. The direction of spin is determined by the design of the turbine blades and the flow of water.
What direction does the toilet bowl water go on the equator?
The Coriolis Effect only affects large bodies of water, for example, hurricanes are diverted from the equator because of the Coriolis Effect. The Coriolis effect would not affect a toilet enough to overcome the design of the fixture. The rim holes would start the swirling. Please read the Snopes page that explains this in greater detail. The link is attached.
Do break dancers that spin on their heads spin in the opposite direction when they are south of the Equator?
No, break dancers spinning on their heads do not change direction when they are south of the Equator. The direction of their spin is determined by their personal preference and technique, not their location relative to the Equator.
What direction does the sink water spin in North America?
This is an urban myth: it does not spin in any particular way. Several studies into effects of the coriolis force have concluded that there is no evidence of a systematic direction of spin: the mass of water is too small and there are too many other, confounding factors.
Do hurricane's violent winds spin counterclockwise around the center or eye?
North of the equator, yes. South of the equator, they spin clockwise. Wind direction is affected by the spin of the Earth.
Why does water go down the plughole a different way once you cross the equator?
If you're looking to find out if the theory is true that it spins differently in the 2 hemispheres, it is true. In Uganda, right on the equator there was a demonstration of this gravity effect. They had a large funnel on each side of the line, about 20 ft away, and one right on the line. They poured water in, set a leaf on the water for visual aid, and stilled the water. When they released the hole in the bottom, the water spun opposite directions on the 2 sides. When they did the same test on the line itself, the water didn't spin at all. It dropped straight thru the hole. When the dish became just a tiny bit off center, the water began to spin. Only directly in the center of the equator did it not spin. Amazing!
Do toilets spin backward south of the equator?
No, the direction in which toilets flush is not determined by the location of the equator. The direction of the spin is determined by the design of the toilet and the flow of water through the basin. It is a common misconception that toilets flush counterclockwise in the Northern Hemisphere and clockwise in the Southern Hemisphere due to the Coriolis effect, but in reality, this effect is too weak to influence the direction of toilet flushing.
Which direction do the turbines spin in when the tides come in and out?
Turbines typically spin in the same direction regardless of whether tides are coming in or going out. The direction of spin is determined by the design of the turbine blades and the flow of water.
Why does water circle the drain?
I always thought it was from the Coriolis Effect, the Earths rotation, that the equator is moving faster than the poles that do not spin. On checking, it appears it is more a factor of how the tub or sink is made and how the water is put in it. It take time for water to come to complete rest.
What directions do tornadoes spin below the equator?
South of the equator most tornadoes spin clockwise.
What direction does the toilet bowl water go on the equator?
The Coriolis Effect only affects large bodies of water, for example, hurricanes are diverted from the equator because of the Coriolis Effect. The Coriolis effect would not affect a toilet enough to overcome the design of the fixture. The rim holes would start the swirling. Please read the Snopes page that explains this in greater detail. The link is attached.
Does the water in a toilet is flushed spin one way in the northern hemisphere and spin the opposite direction in the southern hemisphere?
No, the water in a toilet does not spin one way in the northern hemisphere and spin the opposite direction in the southern hemisphere. The spin of the water in a toilet is determined by the shape of the toilet bowl and the flush system, not by the direction of the Earth's rotation. In a toilet, the water is flushed by a flushing mechanism. This flushing mechanism is usually activated by pushing a lever or pushing a button, and it causes water to be released from the tank into the bowl. The shape of the toilet bowl, as well as the type of flushing mechanism, determines how the water will move once it enters the bowl. When the toilet is flushed, the water quickly fills the bowl and then begins to swirl around. The force of the swirling water will cause it to push against the sides of the bowl and create a whirlpool effect. As the water circles around the bowl, the shape of the bowl determines the direction in which the water will spin. The water will usually spin in a clockwise direction in the northern hemisphere and in a counterclockwise direction in the southern hemisphere. The spin of the water in a toilet is determined by the shape of the toilet bowl and the type of flushing mechanism, not by the direction of the Earth's rotation. The shape of the bowl and the type of flush system will determine the direction in which the water will spin, regardless of which hemisphere the toilet is located in.
Does spinning water always spin in the same direction?
The direction in which water spins can be influenced by various factors such as the shape of the container, the initial motion of the water, and external forces such as wind or currents. In nature, water can exhibit different spinning directions depending on the circumstances.
What direction does a bullet spin?
Direction of spin is dependent on the direction of the rifling on the inside bore of the barrel. A bullet will spin the same direction as the rifling.
