Local and Global Winds B

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How is wind named?

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Wind is named from the direction which it comes from.

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How does wind move?

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Wind moves from areas of high pressure to areas of low pressure.

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What is the definition of wind?

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Wind is the movement of air from areas of high pressure to areas of low pressure.

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What is the initial source for global winds and convection in the atmosphere?

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The initial source is the unequal heating of the Earth by the sun.

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What happens to a current when it comes in contact with a continent or landmass?

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The current changes direction.

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What causes wind?

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Wind is caused by differences in air pressure.

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What is high pressure?

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High pressure is an area where the air is denser and heavier, often leading to clear skies.

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What is low pressure?

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Low pressure is an area where the air is less dense, often leading to cloudy and stormy weather.

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What is convection?

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Convection is the process of heat transfer through the movement of fluids, including air.

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What role does the sun play in wind formation?

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The sun heats the Earth's surface unevenly, creating pressure differences that cause wind.