1.1 Global circulation Flashcards
What is the distrobution of solar radiation?
The closer the poles solar radiation hits, the less concentrated it will be.
High Surface pressure is?
Cooler air sinks meaning there is more air at the surface.
Low Surface pressure is?
Warmer air rises meaning there is less air at the surface.
High pressure means it is?
Cold and dry, bright and sunny.
Low pressure means it is?
Warm and wet, cloudy and rainy.
Which direction will air pressure go?
High to Low.
What are the three circulation cells called?
Hadley, Ferrel, and Polar.
How do winds transfer heat to the poles?
The Hadley cells are the hottest, it will transport winds to the Ferrel cells and then wind will transfer through the Ferrel cells to the Polar cells where they are circulated around.
Where are there low pressure belts?
0° and 60° N&S.
Where are there high pressure belts?
30° N&S.
