Dynamic Pressure Change Flashcards
1
Q
Air moving towards the poles is getting closer to…
A
The axis of rotation.
So it speeds up.
2
Q
Air moving towards the equator is getting further from…
A
The axis of rotation.
Therefore, it is getting slower as its gaining distance from the axis of rotation.
3
Q
Centrifugal force on winds, sends them…
A
In alternate directions.
Dependant on hemisphere.
Earths spinning causes winds to move in alternate directions.
