SCI 100 Meteorology: Chapter 6 Focus – Questions and Topics to Study Describe the main aspects of air pressure (also as atmospheric or barometric pressure). What are isobars and what are common units on a surface weather map? On an upper-level (chart) map, is cold air aloft generally associated with low or high pressure? What about warm air aloft? List the three main forces that affect the horizontal movement of air (hence, the wind). What is the name of the that initially sets the air in motion, hence, causes the wind to blow? What does a steep (or strong) pressure gradient mean?
SCI 100 – Meteorology: Chapter 6 Focus Questions and Topics to Study Describe the main aspects of air pressure (also as atmospheric or barometric pressure). What are isobars and what are common units on a surface weather map? On an upper-level (chart) map, is cold air aloft generally associated with low or high pressure? What about warm air aloft? List the three main forces that affect the horizontal movement of air (hence, the wind). What is the name of the that initially sets the air in motion, hence, causes the wind to blow? What does a steep (or strong) pressure gradient mean?
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