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Why are streamlines rather than isobars used on surface weather maps in the tropics?
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∙ 12y ago
Because pressure variations are very small. You can much more easily pick up disturbances using wind vectors.
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∙ 12y ago
Streamlines are used on surface weather maps in the tropics because they better represent the flow of winds and illustrate the dynamic patterns in the region. Isobars, which connect points of equal pressure, may not accurately capture the complex wind patterns that are prevalent in the tropics due to various factors such as local terrain, convection, and tropical cyclones. Streamlines provide a more detailed and accurate representation of wind direction and flow in these areas.
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On a weather map how can you compare the speed and direction of winds?
By looking at the isobars.
What are line joining place on the weather map that have the same air temperature called?
They are isobars.
What is a line on a weather map called?
There are several different lines on a weather map. Lines with triangles leading out from them are referred to as cold fronts, while lines with semi-circles leading out from them are warm fronts. There are also lines on a weather map that are called isobars. They connect areas of equal barometric pressure.
What isobar can measure?
Isobars are lines of equal atmospheric pressure.
What do Meteorologists draw lines called blank on weather maps to connect locations with the same air pressure?
Meteorologists draw lines called isobars on weather maps to connect locations with the same air pressure. Wind blows from areas of high to low pressure.
What type of weather map show isobars on a weather map?
A map with isobars is a front map.
What is a map with isobars?
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What is the purpose of isobars?
Isobars show different pressure areas on a weather map.
The lines of constant pressure shown on the surface pressure diagram are called?
Line of constant pressure shown on the surface pressure diagram are called isobars. Isobars show areas of high pressure and areas of low pressure. The surface pressure diagram can be used to predict weather patterns.
On a weather map wind speeds are related to?
the spacing of isobars is the correct answer
Where do large scale weather systems develop and why are they important?
Large scale weather systems that transport surface cold air toward the tropics and surface warm air toward the poles.
Can two isobars drawn on a surface weather map ever intersect?
No. That would mean that a place had two different air pressures at once. Not possible.
What are the lines on a weather map on TV called?
Isobars
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.
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.
What does close spacing of isobars on the weather map represent?
Closely spaced isobars indicate large pressure changes over a small area and suggest strengthening winds.Widely spaced isobars portray a "flat" or weak pressure gradient typical of light-wind situations.
On a weather map how can you compare the speed and direction of winds?
By looking at the isobars.
