Which mechanism deflects surface ocean currents, inducing gyres, due to Earth's rotation?

💡 Explanation

When ocean water flows, especially near the Equator, the Coriolis force deflects the moving water masses because Earth's rotation creates an apparent force. Therefore, this deflection causes gyres, rather than density overturning, ENSO feedback, or tidal forces which operate through different complex mechanisms.

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