Global Winds

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What are global winds?

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Global winds are winds that blow consistently in a specific direction over long distances, influenced by the Earth's rotation and temperature differences.

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In which direction do prevailing westerlies flow?

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From west to east.

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What instrument is used to measure wind direction?

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Wind Vane.

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How does the jet stream affect the weather?

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The jet stream transports weather systems that affect us.

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What type of winds blow constantly and predictably?

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Global winds.

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What is the instrument called that measures air pressure?

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Barometer.

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What are trade winds?

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Trade winds are steady winds that flow from east to west in the tropics.

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What is the Coriolis effect?

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The Coriolis effect is the deflection of moving objects, like winds, caused by the Earth's rotation.

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What are polar easterlies?

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Polar easterlies are cold winds that blow from the east near the poles.

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What is a land breeze?

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A land breeze is a cool wind that blows from land to sea at night.