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The direction and speed of winds aloft are primarily determined by factors such as atmospheric pressure gradients, the Coriolis effect, and thermal differences within the atmosphere. Meteorologists analyze weather maps and data from weather balloons, satellites, and aircraft to assess these factors. The pressure gradient force drives winds from high to low pressure, while the Coriolis effect causes winds to curve, influencing their direction at various altitudes. Additionally, jet streams, which are fast-flowing air currents at higher altitudes, significantly impact wind patterns.
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How are isobars related to wind direction?
Isobars are lines on a weather map that connect points of equal atmospheric pressure. The spacing between isobars indicates the pressure gradient; closely spaced isobars signify a steep gradient, leading to stronger winds. Wind direction is influenced by the pressure difference between areas; winds generally flow from high to low pressure, and they tend to move perpendicular to the isobars due to the Coriolis effect, resulting in a curved path. Thus, analyzing isobars helps predict wind speed and direction in weather patterns.
Does the wind speed affect different states the same amount of damage?
No, because the winds will get weaker.
What does tornado wind speed range?
Tornado winds range from 65 mph to over 300 mph.
What winds blow from west to east?
the trade winds
Why would it be so catastrophic for Amelia Earhart to not know latitude or longitude?
This all has to do with navigation. In order to go from point A to point B you have to have a starting point of reference which is point A. Then you need to know your direction of travel typically by using a compass. If you knew your exact speed you would not need to know your position. However, a plane traveling in the air (over the ocean in this case) is subjected to cross winds, tail winds, head winds and other forces which do not allow the navigator to accurately determine speed and direction. These can be estimated with some accuracy but the further you go away from the known point of reference the greater the error. So knowing your position (Latitude and Longitude) is critical since the plane has a limited amount of fuel and would need to go from Point A to Point B as directly as possible. During the time Amelia Earheart flew, the only way to determine your position was by using the relative position of the Sun and stars (celestial navigation). The problem with celestial navigation is that it was not that accurate mostly on the order of 0.5 to 1.0 nautical mile (6080 feet) at its best. On cloudy days this method cannot be done and you fall back to time, speed and direction which is an estimate. So if you are trying to find a small island in the middle of the Pacific ocean that is 0.5 miles wide, it is VERY easy to get lost by missing your target. Today we has modern satellites that can give you your Latitude and Longitude to within a few centimeters. This is called GPS (Global Positioning System).
Winds are described by their?
Speed, direction, average temperature, steadiness of direction, vorticity.
When winds blow parallel to the isobars which is usually the case for winds aloft they are called winds.?
geostrophic
How are winds labeled?
Winds are typically labeled based on the direction from which they are blowing. For example, a wind blowing from the north is labeled as a "northerly wind." Additionally, winds can be further classified by their speed and characteristics.
On a weather map how can you compare the speed and direction of winds?
By looking at the isobars.
On a wheather map how can you compare the speed and direction of winds in different locations?
How fast the winds are and were there going
How do newscasters track tornado speed?
The tornado can be detected on radar. How fast it is moving is determined by how far it moves in a giver period of time. The actual speed of the winds is not determined until later when the National Weather Service estimates the winds based on damage.
What winds between the doldrums and horse latitudes that are warm and relatively steady in direction and speed are known as?
(trade winds) and by the way do you miss kowalczyk
What are the wind belts just above and below the equator?
The winds above the equator are called "winds aloft". Below it, there are various ocean currents, but no winds.
Winds are labeled according to?
Their speed and direction, e.g. south-east force 8. The direction tells you which compass direction the wind is coming from, the force tells you the speed, e.g.force-8 is a gale. The direction from whicih they blow
Do windmills spin faster in light winds?
No, windmills do not spin faster in light winds. Windmills require a minimum wind speed to start spinning, and their speed is determined by the wind's strength. In lighter winds, windmills may not generate as much electricity as in stronger winds.
How wind can measured?
Winds are measured with anemometers (for the speed) and with wind socks/wind vanes (for the direction).
A plane headed due E is traveling at airspeed of 190 mph The winds are moving with constant speed in the direction 240 degrees If the ground speed of the plane is 95mph what is the speed of the winds?
To find the speed of the winds, we can use the concept of vector components. The ground speed of the plane (95 mph) is the result of the vector sum of the airspeed of the plane (190 mph) and the speed of the winds (w mph). We can find the horizontal component of the airspeed by multiplying 190 mph by the cosine of the angle between the airspeed and the ground direction (240 - 90 = 150 degrees). Thus, the speed of the winds is 70 mph.
