Coriolis force could generate currents?

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The discussion centers on the Coriolis force and its impact on fluid dynamics in a rotating body, specifically regarding whether it can generate constant currents in a liquid like water. It is established that the Coriolis force does not initiate flow independently; rather, it influences the flow created by other forces. The consensus is that while the Coriolis effect is significant in a rotating frame, it requires an existing motion to manifest its effects on the fluid.

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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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