Polar vortex Flashcards
1
Q
What is a polar vortex ?
A
It is an upper level low pressure area over the poles (whirling cone)
2
Q
How does it rotate at the North Pole and South Pole?
A
Counter clockwise (North pole) Clockwise (South Pole)
3
Q
What is the specific feature of Polar Vortex ?
A
It spins in the stratosphere
4
Q
What are the adverse effects of Polar Vortex ?
A
Extremely cold Jan and Feb for N-e United states much of Northern Europe and Asia
5
Q
How is the rotation of Polar vortex derived ?
A
Coriolis effect
