Understanding Wind

What is the primary cause of wind on Earth?

• The movement of ocean currents

• The sun's uneven heating of the Earth's atmosphere

• The rotation of the Earth

• The gravitational pull of the moon

What happens to warm air as it rises?

• It creates a high-pressure system

• It cools off and eventually sinks

• It remains at the same altitude

• It becomes denser

What are prevailing winds?

• Winds that change direction frequently

• Winds that blow constantly over a specific area

• Winds that occur only during storms

• Winds that are influenced by ocean currents

How does the Earth's rotation affect wind direction in the Northern Hemisphere?

• Winds are deflected to the left

• Winds are deflected to the right

• Winds are unaffected by rotation

• Winds blow in a straight line

What is a characteristic of jet streams?

• They blow at ground level

• They only occur near the equator

• They are slow-moving winds

• They can reach speeds up to 200 kilometers per hour

Where do trade winds typically blow towards?

• The equator

• The poles

• The deserts

• The mountains

What is the doldrums?

• A calm area with little to no wind

• A type of local wind

• A high-pressure system

• A region with strong winds

What can geographic features like mountains create?

• Trade winds

• Global wind patterns

• Localized winds

• Jet streams

Which of the following is an example of a local wind?

• Prevailing winds

• Trade winds

• Jet streams

• Santa Ana winds

What is one use of wind power mentioned in the video?

• Cooling buildings

• Powering vehicles

• Generating electricity

• Heating homes