Chapter 19- The Restless Atmosphere Flashcards
1
Q
name some gases that make up the atmosphere
A
78
21
1
2
Q
Describe solar energy
A
e
3
Q
explain why the earth is being heated unevenly
A
e
4
Q
what is wind
A
e
5
Q
what are prevailing winds
A
e
6
Q
what is ireland’s prevailing wind
A
e
7
Q
how are winds named
A
e
8
Q
how do wings form
A
e
9
Q
what is atmospheric pressure
A
e
10
Q
how are cold/warm winds formed
A
e
11
Q
what is the troposphere
A
e
12
Q
name the main layers of the atmosphere
A
e
13
Q
where do winds blow from
A
they blow from high to low pressure areas
14
Q
how do global wind patterns form
A
f
15
Q
how can the wind blow in straight paths
A
w
16
Q
why does wind blow in slanted paths
A
w
17
Q
where are the winds deflected and in what direction
A
e
18
Q
what are doldrums
A
e
19
Q
what are trade winds
A
e
