Global Pressure System Flashcards
1
Q
Heat equator
Definition
Where
A
ITCZ: inter tropical convergence zone
Max 25N northern hemisphere summer, max 20S, Southern Hemisphere summer
2
Q
Pressure systems and cells
A
Pole: High
Mid latitude: Low
Subtropical: High
Equator : ITCZ’ low pressure
3
Q
High pressure
A
Evaporation Clear skies, fog, frost mid latitudes, subtropical Azores, Siberian,Canada, Pacific Temporary cold, polar, blocking anticyclone
4
Q
Low pressure
A
Condensation, rain, cloud
ITCZ
Good visibility
Convergence, Rising air
Icelandic, north Australian
