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 mainly by differences in air pressure that result from uneven heating of the Earth's atmosphere.

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What are tropical winds?

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Tropical winds are warm winds that originate in tropical regions and are usually hot and humid.

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What happens to air at the poles?

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Air at the poles is colder and denser, causing it to sink.

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What is the relationship between air pressure and weather?

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Low air pressure is usually associated with stormy weather, while high pressure is linked to clear, sunny conditions.

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What is a high-pressure system?

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A high-pressure system is an area where the air pressure is higher than the surrounding areas, often bringing clear skies.

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What is a low-pressure system?

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A low-pressure system is an area 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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What is convection?

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Convection is the process of heat transfer through the movement of fluids (liquids and gases), which contributes to wind patterns.

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What is humidity?

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Humidity is the amount of water vapor present in the air, which can affect air pressure and weather.

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