For figuring Coriolis force, I've seen this equation:

$$
\vec a_{cor} = -2\omega \times \vec v
$$

So, say that I have an angular velocity of 5 rpms, and a velocity of 10 m/s going toward the axis of rotation. How do I go about solving this equation? I studied vector math for about a week in high school, and never quite understood it. Please explain like I am 5, or an English major (*full disclosure: BA in English Literature*).

**Note: I don't want you to *solve* it for me, just explain *how* to solve it, or link me somewhere that does. Thanks!**