Tropical Storms Flashcards

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Types of cells in the atmosphere

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Hadley Cell
Ferrel Cell
Polar Cell

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How do cells work?

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Warm air rises at the equator
As it rises to edge of atmosphere, it cools and falls towards poles
High pressure zones are created around 30° North and south of equator.

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