Geostrophic flow occurs when the Coriolis deflection is balanced by an opposite gravitational flow.

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Geostrophic flow is a type of motion in which the balance between the Coriolis effect (due to the rotation of the Earth) and the pressure gradient force (due to differences in pressure) results in a nearly uniform flow pattern. Gravitational forces do not directly play a role in geostrophic flow.

Geostrophic Flow Occurs When the Coriolis Deflection Is Balanced by an Opposite