Air pressure and oceans

Front

What happens to air at the equator?

Back

At the equator, the air is usually rising.

Front

What type of climate can be expected near a warm ocean current?

Back

Warm and humid.

Front

What primarily drives surface currents in the ocean?

Back

Winds.

Front

What type of pressure system is characterized by rising air?

Back

Low pressure system.

Front

What weather is likely when air pressure is increasing?

Back

Increasingly clear skies and dry weather.

Front

Define air pressure.

Back

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

Front

What is the Coriolis Effect?

Back

The Coriolis Effect is the deflection of moving objects caused by the rotation of the Earth.

Front

How do warm ocean currents affect climate?

Back

Warm ocean currents can lead to warmer and more humid climates in nearby regions.

Front

What is convection in the context of air movement?

Back

Convection is the process where warm air rises and cool air sinks, creating circulation.

Front

What is the relationship between air pressure and weather?

Back

Changes in air pressure can indicate changes in weather, such as clear skies or storms.