Atmospheric Circulation

Welcome to the Atmospheric Circulation category on Questions LLC! This is the perfect place for those seeking knowledge and insights into the fascinating world of atmospheric circulation. Whether you are a weather enthusiast, a student studying meteorology, or simply curious about how air moves around our planet, this category is sure to provide you with a wealth of information. Get ready to explore the complex dynamics of global wind patterns, atmospheric pressure systems, and the astounding processes that shape our weather and climate. Engage in discussions, post questions, and immerse yourself in the captivating science of atmospheric circulation. Let's dive in and unlock the secrets of the winds that shape our world!

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Over which part of the globe do the prevailing winds blow west to east? (1 point)between 0°S and 30°S latitude between 60°S
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How do prevailing winds form causing ocean currents?(1 point)Heat from the sun causes circulation patterns of warm and cool air.
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2. asked by honey
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Which describes the Coriolis effect?A. the circulation pattern of air near the equator B. te density of hot and cold air C. the
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2. asked by Sup jugalo's
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What is the convection pattern between 30°S and 30°N latitude?(1 point) Responses Hotter air rises and moves toward the
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2. asked by Cupcake
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What is the difference between the tradewinds and the polar easterliesA) the trade winds tend toward the right, and the polar
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The wind that brings rains to West Africa is what
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Warm air rises at the equator and cold air sinks at the polls creating
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2. asked by Jo
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How can the difference in temperatures influence the wind patterns in the Atlanta area?Question options: The unequal heating of
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2. asked by Maya S.
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What is the difference between the trade winds and the polar easterlies?A.The trade winds blow in the Northern Hemisphere, and
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2. asked by tallie
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2. Polar Easterlies in the Northern Hemisphere blow fromA) East to West B) West to East C) North to South D) South to North***
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2. asked by Lello
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The diagram below shows the general pattern of air circulation in the atmosphere.Many of the world's deserts are located at
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2. asked by help
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Over which part of the globe do the prevailing winds blow west to east?
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2. asked by mason carpenter
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What is the convection pattern between 30°S and 30°N latitude?(1 point)Responses Hotter air rises and moves toward the
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2. asked by Azami
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A cold air mass moves underneath a warm air mass causing the warm air to rise. This brings showers or thunderstorms, followed by
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2. asked by SuZan
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What directly causes the pressure difference between the equator and the poles?• the amount of heat in each area • the
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what drives the circulation of air in the atmosphere?a. Conduction b. Convection c. Condensation d. Evaporation
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what directly causes the pressure difference between the equator and the poles?a. the amount of heat in each area b. the length
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Which change would you expect to observe as you travel from 15°S latitude to 15°N latitude?(1 point)Responses the direction of
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What is the difference between the trade winds and the polar easterlies?(1 point)Responses The trade winds blow near the
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how do prevailing winds produce ocean currents?a. Earth’s rotation causes air movement b. heat from the sun causes circulation
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Over which part of the globe do the prevailing winds blow west to east?(1 point)Responses between 30°N and 60°N latitude
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What is the difference between the trade winds and the polar easterlies?a. The trade winds blow in the Northern Hemisphere, and
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What drives the circulation of air in the atmosphere?
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What directly causes the pressure difference between the equator and the polesThe amount of heat in each area The direction
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2. asked by Cool
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What is the convention pattern between 30° south and 30° north latitude? Hotter air rises and moves away from the equator then
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In global circulation, _______ move toward the equator and are deflected by the Coriolis effect.A. westerlies B. trade winds C.
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2. asked by Prisila
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What does this paragraph mean? Why is the air sinking over the desert and how does it rise with rain systems thousands of
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2. asked by Jasmine373
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Which describes the Coriolis effect?(1 point) Responses the circulation pattern of air near the equator the circulation pattern
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2. asked by N0t_a B0T
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Is there a picture I could use that has the global/prevailing winds labeled?
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2. asked by Ariel
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Which describes the Coriolis effect?the direction of air currents in the Northern and Southern Hemispheres the direction of air
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2. asked by Kayla
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What is the difference between the trade winds and the polar easterlies?The trade winds tend toward the right, and the polar
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2. asked by Kayla
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What directly causes the pressure difference between the equator and the poles?(1 point) Responses the length of each season the
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2. asked by Kayla
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Posted a couple of days ago on this subject.The wind blows anti-clockwise round a depression (N Hemisphere). In a stereotypical
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2. asked by Mike
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48. Discuss the various patterns of prevailing wind in each area of latitude (low, middle, high)This is all I can get: The air
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2. asked by mysterychicken
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what is the walker circulation of normal & El nino conditions? help me
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2. asked by majenta
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Use the table of temperatures from several areas to complete the statement.Area Temperature (ºC) X 22 Y 18 Z 18 Air will move
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What is the difference between the trade winds and the polar easterlies?(1 point)Responses The trade winds blow from west to
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what type of wind occur between 23.5 degrees S latitude and 23.5 degrees N latitude?A. trade winds B. high winds C. cold winds
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2. asked by URM0MISGAY101XD_XP
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Use the table of temperature form several areas to complete the statement air will move form?
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Trade winds blow near the (1 point)• equator O west • east • poles
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The Polar Jet StreamYou've seen how atmospheric convection currents create low- and high-pressure systems at specific latitudes.
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Which type of mass type of air mass forms over a cold ocean??
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Choose 2 statements that accurately describe high and low upper level winds: (1 point)• Low winds move counterclockwise and
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How do prevailing winds produce ocean currents? (1 point)Earth's rotation causes air movement. Tornadoes cause circulation
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What is the difference between the trade winds and the polar easterlies?(1 point)Responses The trade winds tend toward the
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Which describes the Coriolis effect? (1 point)• the uneven heating patterns between the equator and the poles • the
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2. asked by b
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QuestionHow do prevailing winds produce ocean currents?(1 point) Responses Heat from the sun causes circulation patterns of warm
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What drives the circulation of air in the atmosphere?(1 point)Responses evaporation evaporation conduction conduction
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In a _______ system, the surface air moves outward, and air above sinks toward the surface.
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2. asked by Bronson Koreen bk
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What is the difference between the trade winds and the polar easterlies?(1 point)A. The trade winds blow in the Northern
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