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michelleunicorn

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on: Jul 29, 2018
Why does air pressure decrease with height more rapidly in cold air than in warm air?
 
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Question 2

Define the Coriolis force and explain how each of the following influences it: (a) rotation of the Earth; (b) wind speed; (c) latitude.
 
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Question 3

What causes pressure differences to arise, and hence causes the wind to blow?
 
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kmb352

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Reply #1 on: Jul 29, 2018
Answer to Question 1

wohoo thank youuu.

Answer to Question 2

Right on time. Thanks a bunch.

Answer to Question 3

Answer: Unequal heating of Earth's surface leads to temperature differences, which cause the pressure differences to drive wind.


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Reply 2 on: Jul 29, 2018
Great answer, keep it coming :)

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:D TYSM

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