Global Winds and the Coriolis Effect

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Why does warm air rise?

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Warm air is less dense than cooler air.

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What is the wind belt that most of the United States is located in?

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Prevailing Westerlies.

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What is the condition of the atmosphere at a given time and place?

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Weather.

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In which direction do Trade Winds flow?

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East-West.

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What causes wind?

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Convection currents.

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What is the Coriolis Effect?

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

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How do the Polar Easterlies differ from the Prevailing Westerlies?

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Polar Easterlies blow from east to west near the poles, while Prevailing Westerlies blow from west to east in the mid-latitudes.

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What is the difference between weather and climate?

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Weather refers to short-term atmospheric conditions, while climate refers to long-term average conditions.

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What role do ocean currents play in global wind patterns?

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Ocean currents influence temperature and moisture levels, affecting wind patterns.

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What is a convection current?

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A convection current is a cycle of rising warm air and sinking cool air that creates wind.