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What is the Hadley cell?

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The Hadley cell is an atmospheric circulation cell located between 0-30 degrees latitude, characterized by rising warm air at the equator and descending cooler air at around 30 degrees latitude.

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What is the Coriolis effect?

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The Coriolis effect is the apparent deflection of moving objects, such as winds, caused by the rotation of the Earth.

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How does the Coriolis effect influence wind direction?

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The Coriolis effect causes winds to deflect to the right in the Northern Hemisphere and to the left in the Southern Hemisphere.

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What are the surface winds of the Ferrell cells called?

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The surface winds of the Ferrell cells are called Westerlies.

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What is a sea breeze?

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A sea breeze is a local wind that occurs during the day when cooler air from the sea moves inland to replace rising warm air over land.

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What is the difference between the Hadley cell and the Ferrell cell?

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The Hadley cell is located between 0-30 degrees latitude, while the Ferrell cell is located between 30-60 degrees latitude, with different wind patterns and characteristics.

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What are trade winds?

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Trade winds are the prevailing winds that blow from east to west in the tropics, primarily found in the Hadley cell.

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What are the characteristics of the Polar cell?

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The Polar cell is an atmospheric circulation cell located at the poles, characterized by cold air sinking and moving towards the equator at the surface.

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What is the role of the Earth's rotation in wind patterns?

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The Earth's rotation causes the Coriolis effect, which influences the direction and speed of wind patterns globally.

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What is the significance of the Doldrums?

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The Doldrums is a region near the equator characterized by calm winds and low pressure, where the trade winds of the Northern and Southern Hemispheres meet.