¿Por qué la Tierra tiene desiertos?

The video explores Earth's diverse terrains, focusing on why some regions are arid while others are lush. It delves into the historical understanding of trade winds and equatorial calm zones, highlighting the contributions of scientists like Galileo and Kepler. George Lee's insights into air movement explain the formation of rainforests and deserts. The concept of Hadley cells is introduced, describing how atmospheric circulation patterns create tropical rainforests near the equator and deserts further north and south.

What factors contribute to the differences in vegetation between deserts and rainforests?

How did George Lee's theories help explain the phenomenon of ocean winds?

What role does the Hadley cell play in the distribution of deserts and rainforests?

Explain the process by which warm air rises and leads to rainfall in equatorial regions.

What is the significance of the equatorial calm zones for sailors and scientists?