Coriolis force could generate currents?

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Coriolis force does not initiate flow in a liquid on its own; it only influences objects already in motion within a rotating frame. In the scenario of a rotating body covered with liquid, the Coriolis effect can modify currents generated by other forces, but it cannot create constant currents independently. The discussion emphasizes that without gravitational or tidal interactions, the Coriolis force's role is limited to affecting existing flows rather than generating new ones. Understanding this distinction is crucial for analyzing fluid dynamics in rotating systems. Thus, while Coriolis force plays a significant role in influencing currents, it does not independently generate them.
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Let`s say we have rotating body in the space which is covered completely or partially with
some liquid.For example water.Rotating body do not exibits gravitational or tidal interation with other bodies.Will Coriolis force generate some constant currents in liquid or not?
Please answer if you know exactly but not just suggestions.
 
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Coriolis force affects only objects that already moving in the rotating frame. So it will not initiate any flow on it's own. But it can affect a flow generated by other forces.
 
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