Conditions Associated With: Flashcards
1
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ITCZ
A
- intertropical convergence zone
- Calm and light variable winds
Alternating - Squalls, heavy rain and thunderstorms
Gail’s do not occur here
2
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Tradewinds
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- Blow throughout the year, but very little in direction
- Average strength force 3 to 4 plus -6
- Occasional squalls
Gales are rare
3
Q
Subtropical anticyclones
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- Usually warm
- Seemingly ( Quas) permanent features of the Earth general circulation
4
Q
Bass ballots law
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- Standing with your back to the true wind in northern hemisphere the centre of low pressure will be on your left left-hand side.
- Northern hemisphere Centre of will be on left-hand side
- vice versa Southern hemisphere. Low on right.