Bill Nye Wind

What causes wind to blow?

• The Earth's gravity

• The heating and cooling of the Earth

• The moon's pull

• The Earth's magnetic field

What is the Coriolis effect?

• The effect of gravity on tides

• The spinning of the Earth causing wind to move in circles

• The effect of the moon on the Earth's rotation

• The warming of the Earth's surface

How does wind affect landscapes?

• It makes them colder

• It erodes them

• It makes them wetter

• It makes them greener

What tool do scientists use to measure air pressure?

• Thermometer

• Anemometer

• Barometer

• Hygrometer

What can you make to harness wind energy?

• A water wheel

• A windmill

• A battery

• A solar panel