Climatology: Types of Wind
Permanent Winds or Primary Winds or Prevailing Winds or Planetary Winds What is it? Planetary or permanent winds blow from high-pressure belts to low-pressure belts in the same direction throughout the year. They blow over a vast area of continents … Continue reading
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Climatology: Wind and Forces Controlling Winds
Wind The wind is the movement of air caused by differences in air pressure in our atmosphere. High-pressure air flows toward low-pressure areas. The greater the pressure difference, the faster the air flows. Winds also cause heat exchange between the … Continue reading
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