The Southern Hemisphere is Colder, Stormier, and... Cleaner?

The video explores the differences between the northern and southern hemispheres, focusing on temperature, storm activity, and air pollution. The northern hemisphere is warmer due to meridional heat transport and ocean circulation, while the southern hemisphere experiences more storms, partly due to fewer mountains. Air pollution is higher in the north, with boundaries like the ITCZ affecting distribution. Climate change exacerbates these differences, impacting global weather patterns.

What role do mountains play in the differences in storminess between the two hemispheres?

Why is the air quality generally better in the southern hemisphere compared to the northern hemisphere?

What is the Intertropical Convergence Zone (ITCZ) and how does it affect pollution distribution between the hemispheres?