The Coriolis force will change the wind's direction, but cannot change its speed.

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The Coriolis force is a result of the Earth's rotation, and causes objects (including air molecules) that are moving across the Earth's surface to be deflected to the right in the Northern Hemisphere and to the left in the Southern Hemisphere. This can cause winds to curve instead of moving in a straight line. However, the Coriolis force does not affect the speed of the wind. The speed of the wind is determined by other factors, such as the pressure gradient force and friction.

The Coriolis Force Will Change the Wind's Direction, but Cannot