Bill Nye: Winds

Front

What happens to the air when you open the door to your freezer?

Back

The air will go down.

Front

Where on Earth does air get cooled?

Back

At the Poles.

Front

What type of skies are likely when there is high barometric pressure?

Back

Clear skies.

Front

In the same amount of space, which type of air has more pressure?

Back

Hot air.

Front

What causes wind?

Back

Wind is caused by the Sun, air pressure, and the rotation of the Earth.

Front

What is air pressure?

Back

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

Front

How does temperature affect air pressure?

Back

Hot air rises, leading to lower pressure, while cold air sinks, leading to higher pressure.

Front

What is the relationship between wind and temperature differences?

Back

Wind is created by differences in temperature, which cause differences in air pressure.

Front

What is the Coriolis effect?

Back

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

Front

What role does the Sun play in weather patterns?

Back

The Sun heats the Earth's surface, causing temperature differences that drive wind and weather.