12. Which way do you think most tornadoes spin in the northern hemisphere? Which way do you think they generally rotate in the southern hemisphere? Explain your answer. 13. If you were traveling from the equator to the north pole, which way would the wind deflect?

Most tornadoes in the northern hemisphere spin counterclockwise due to the Coriolis effect, which is caused by the Earth's rotation. This phenomenon makes moving air twist and turn; for tornadoes, they tend to form around low-pressure systems that create a striking vortex. In the southern hemisphere, conversely, tornadoes generally rotate clockwise, flipping the usual pattern due to the opposite direction of the Coriolis effect. As you travel from the equator to the north pole, the wind tends to deflect to the right in the northern hemisphere. This is a result of the Coriolis effect as well, leading to interesting dynamics in weather patterns. So, if you're feeling a breeze while making that journey, you might notice it nudging you slightly to the east!