Air pressure and Wind

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What happens to air at the poles?

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Air at the poles is colder and denser, so it sinks.

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What does warm air do?

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Warm air rises.

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Why is air warmer and less dense at the equator?

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Because the equator receives more solar radiation.

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What type of pressure system brings 'happy' weather?

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A high pressure system.

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What is always true about Continental Winds?

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They are always dry.

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What is air pressure?

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Air pressure is the force exerted by the weight of air above a surface.

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How does temperature affect air density?

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Warm air is less dense than cold air.

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What is wind?

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Wind is the movement of air from areas of high pressure to areas of low pressure.

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What causes wind?

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Wind is caused by differences in air pressure.

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What is a low pressure system associated with?

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A low pressure system is often associated with cloudy and rainy weather.

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