Global Wind Patterns (Leaving Cert Geography): Quizzes
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How many major surface wind belts surround the Earth?
How many major surface wind belts surround the Earth?
Six
What are the two key factors that cause global wind patterns?
What are the two key factors that cause global wind patterns?
Uneven heating & Coriolis effect
How does sunlight hit the equator compared to the poles?
How does sunlight hit the equator compared to the poles?
Direct at equator, low angles at poles
In which direction does the Coriolis effect deflect moving air in the Northern Hemisphere?
In which direction does the Coriolis effect deflect moving air in the Northern Hemisphere?
To the right
Where is the Coriolis effect weakest?
Where is the Coriolis effect weakest?
At the equator
At which latitudes are the main high-pressure belts located?
At which latitudes are the main high-pressure belts located?
30° and 90°
What weather conditions typically occur in high-pressure belts?
What weather conditions typically occur in high-pressure belts?
Clear skies and dry
Where are the main low-pressure belts found?
Where are the main low-pressure belts found?
Equator and 60° N & S
Why do low-pressure belts experience wetter weather conditions?
Why do low-pressure belts experience wetter weather conditions?
Warm air rises, cools & forms clouds
Which characteristic best describes trade winds?
Which characteristic best describes trade winds?
Remarkably reliable and steady
Between which latitudes do the westerlies flow?
Between which latitudes do the westerlies flow?
30° and 60°
What makes polar easterlies different from other wind systems?
What makes polar easterlies different from other wind systems?
They are less consistent