When the pressure gradient force is balanced by the Coriolis force, high altitude ________ move parallel to isobars.
A)monsoons
B)geostrophic winds
C)valley breezes
D)chinooks

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Geostrophic winds are winds that result from a balance between the pressure gradient force and the Coriolis force. In this balance, the wind moves parallel to isobars at high altitudes. Monsoons, valley breezes, and chinooks are not related to this balance.

When the Pressure Gradient Force Is Balanced by the Coriolis