Air pressure and Wind

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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. It decreases with altitude.

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What causes wind?

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Wind is caused by differences in air pressure, which result from uneven heating of the Earth's atmosphere.

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What are the Westerlies?

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The Westerlies are global winds that blow from west to east between 30 and 60 degrees latitude.

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What are the Trade Winds?

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The Trade Winds are global winds that blow from east to west between 5 and 30 degrees latitude.

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What happens to air pressure after a cold front passes?

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After a cold front passes, high air pressure is typically left behind.

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What are the Doldrums?

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The Doldrums are areas near the equator where there is little to no wind, often characterized by calm conditions.

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What is the role of the Earth's rotation in wind patterns?

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The Earth's rotation affects wind patterns through the Coriolis effect, causing winds to curve.

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What is high pressure?

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High pressure is a condition where the air pressure is greater than the surrounding areas, often leading to clear skies.

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What is low pressure?

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Low pressure is a condition where the air pressure is lower than the surrounding areas, often leading to cloudy and stormy weather.

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What is the Coriolis effect?

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

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