Air pressure and Wind

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What is wind?

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Movement of air due to pressure differences.

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What is high pressure?

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Heavier, sinking air.

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What type of pressure system brings 'happy' weather?

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High pressure system.

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How does air in a low pressure system move?

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Counterclockwise (left).

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What instrument is used to measure air pressure?

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Barometer.

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What is low pressure?

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Lighter, rising air.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

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What type of weather is associated with low pressure systems?

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Cloudy and rainy weather.

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What happens to air when it heats up?

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It becomes lighter and rises.

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What is the relationship between air pressure and wind?

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Wind is caused by differences in air pressure.

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What direction does wind blow in a high pressure system?

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Clockwise (right).

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