Global Winds (6th)

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What is the main cause of the Coriolis effect?

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Earth’s rotation.

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What causes winds to bend as a result of Earth's rotation?

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Coriolis effect.

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Where are Earth's rainforests primarily located?

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Along areas of low pressure (very little wind) at the equator and 60° (Doldrums).

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What are the calm areas near the equator called?

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Doldrums.

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What are the prevailing winds that blow from east to west in the tropics?

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Trade winds.

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What are the winds that blow from west to east in the mid-latitudes?

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Westerlies.

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What is the term for the winds that blow from east to west in the polar regions?

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Easterlies.

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What is the effect of the Earth's rotation on wind patterns?

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It causes the Coriolis effect, which makes winds curve instead of blowing straight.

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What is the significance of the Doldrums in weather patterns?

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They are areas of low pressure where little wind occurs, often leading to heavy rainfall.

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How do trade winds affect ocean currents?

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They drive ocean currents towards the west in the tropics.