by Sud | Apr 30, 2023 | Geography Beginner
what is a tropical cyclone – A tropical cyclone is a weather phenomenon that is essentially a rapidly rotating storm system with characteristics such as a low-pressure center, strong winds and thunderstorms that produce heavy rain, among others. Tropical...
by Sud | Apr 30, 2023 | Geography Beginner
There are two mechanisms of energy transfer: circulation patterns in the atmosphere and in the oceans These mechanisms shift warmth from low latitudes towards high latitudes, moderating both high and low latitudes The atmosphere and oceans are enormous thermal...
by Sud | Apr 30, 2023 | Geography Beginner
Precipitation Precipitation is any form of liquid or solid water particles that fall from the atmosphere and reach the surface of the Earth. Types of precipitation Types of precipitation include: Rain Drizzle Snow Sleet Hail Rain: Rain is precipitation that falls to...
by Sud | Apr 30, 2023 | Geography Beginner
Clouds formation Clouds form when water vapor in the air condenses into visible water droplets or ice crystals. Water vapor is the gas form of water that exists all around us. Tiny particles called aerosols, such as salt and dust, are also in the air and constantly...
by Sud | Apr 30, 2023 | Geography Beginner
Wind What is wind – Wind is the horizontal movement of air. Differences in air pressure within the atmosphere cause this movement. Wind under high pressure moves toward areas of low pressure. There are different types of wind, which we will learn about in this...
by Sud | Apr 30, 2023 | Geography Beginner
Pressure: Air in a column exerts weight as pressure on the earth’s surface The weight of the column of air at a certain place and time is called atmospheric pressure Atmospheric pressure is measured using a barometer The unit of measurement for atmospheric...
