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What are Isobars and what does it mean when they are close together?
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∙ 12y ago
It means that there is a steep gradient, or pressure change, and strong winds.
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∙ 15y ago
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∙ 11y agoIsobars indicate wind pressure, therefore, when they are close together, the area will experience strong winds.
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∙ 7y agoIsobars that are close together indicate a steep pressure gradient, which usually results in strong winds.
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∙ 12y agoIt means strong winds.
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Where on a weather map wind speeds are related to?
On a weather map, the lines of equal pressure (isobars) also illustrate the pressure gradient or change of pressure per distance. The higher the pressure gradient, the higher the winds speed. Thus, when the isobars are close together, the gradient is high, and winds are higher than where the isobars are further apart. Wind can also be affected by local considerations, hills, valleys, and buildings can modify the gradient wind's direction and speed.
Which would show stronger winds widely spaced isobars or closely spaced isobars?
Closely spaced isobars mean stronger winds, as it indicates a tight pressure gradient.
What does it mean when isobars are spaced out?
It means the wind will be weak.
How are the spacing of isobars and wind speed related?
Distribution of isobars on a map is connected with the direction and speed of the wind. As the isobars grow closer together it shows a rapid change in barometric pressure, which can indicate a storm front approaching - and that usually means increased winds.
The weather map shows many pressure gradients close together. What things should you take to be prepared for the day's weather?
Tightly-packed isobars portend strong winds (A+) answer a hat or scarf because of high winds
When isobars are close together this means that there will be?
High winds. The closer the isobars - the higher the wind speed will be.
How do you determine low pressure and high pressure using isobars on a weather map?
High pressure: The isobars will be far apart. Low pressure: The isobars will be very close together.
Why are winds stronger than others?
On a field map, the winds are the strongest when the isobars are very close together, and the pressure gradient is high.
Why some winds are stronger than others?
On a field map, the winds are the strongest when the isobars are very close together, and the pressure gradient is high.
What kind of weather do ice-o bars bring?
Isobars on a weather map indicate areas of constant pressure. They circle areas of high or low pressure. Isobars themselves do not indicate weather, but are a tool for understanding large scale weather processes as related to pressure systems. However, if the isobars are close together, wind is expected.
The closer the isobars are together?
the steeper the pressure gradient
What happens to isobars when it gets windier?
They are closer together.
Where on a weather map wind speeds are related to?
On a weather map, the lines of equal pressure (isobars) also illustrate the pressure gradient or change of pressure per distance. The higher the pressure gradient, the higher the winds speed. Thus, when the isobars are close together, the gradient is high, and winds are higher than where the isobars are further apart. Wind can also be affected by local considerations, hills, valleys, and buildings can modify the gradient wind's direction and speed.
Which would show stronger winds widely spaced isobars or closely spaced isobars?
Closely spaced isobars mean stronger winds, as it indicates a tight pressure gradient.
What does it mean when isobars are spaced out?
It means the wind will be weak.
How are the spacing of isobars and wind speed related?
Distribution of isobars on a map is connected with the direction and speed of the wind. As the isobars grow closer together it shows a rapid change in barometric pressure, which can indicate a storm front approaching - and that usually means increased winds.
How can you use isobars to show us the direction of the wind?
The isobars are generated from mean sea level pressure reports and the pressure values are given in millibars.
