Crash Course Geography: Wind and Atmospheric Pressure

Crash Course Geography: Wind and Atmospheric Pressure

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Interactive Video

Geography, Science

6th - 10th Grade

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Created by

Emma Peterson

Used 37+ times

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The video explores the significance of wind, its global patterns, and atmospheric pressure systems. It explains the Coriolis effect, Hadley cells, and trade winds, highlighting their roles in shaping weather and historical trade routes. The video also discusses pressure belts and wind circulation, emphasizing the importance of wind knowledge in both historical and modern contexts. It concludes with an acknowledgment of indigenous lands.

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10 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is one of the main benefits of wind energy in Europe?

It is a non-renewable energy source.

It helps in reducing soil erosion.

It is one of the most popular renewable energies.

It is used to power ships with sails.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is wind defined as?

Horizontal movement of air.

Random movement of air.

Circular movement of air.

Vertical movement of air.

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does a giant 'L' on a weather map represent?

High pressure area.

No pressure area.

Low pressure area.

Standard sea level pressure.

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What phenomenon causes moving objects to seem like they curve as they travel over the rotating Earth?

Coriolis effect.

Trade winds.

Equatorial trough.

Hadley effect.

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

In which direction does the Coriolis effect deflect objects in the Northern Hemisphere?

To the left.

To the right.

Upwards.

Downwards.

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who first described the concept of the Hadley cell?

Galileo Galilei.

Albert Einstein.

George Hadley.

Isaac Newton.

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What are the weak winds found on the poleward edges of the Hadley cells called?

Trade winds.

Westerlies.

Doldrums.

Horse latitudes.

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