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Warm air rises because it is less dense than cold air.
Kinetic molecular theory tells us that warmer particles move faster than colder particles. (That's how we define a substance to have "heat".) You can imagine that faster particles are going to bump into each other more often, pushing other particles away.
So, yes. Warmer = less dense = rising. In all things.
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Does stable air tend to rise or does it resist rising?
Stable air tends to resist rising due to its density and lack of vertical movement. The vertical motion of stable air is limited, resulting in calm weather conditions.
Why is cold air more stable than warm air?
Cold air is more stable than warm air because it is denser and has a higher density than warm air. This higher density makes it harder for cold air to rise, leading to more stable atmospheric conditions. Warm air, on the other hand, is lighter and tends to rise more easily, leading to more vertical movement and instability in the atmosphere.
What is the process called in which air masses rise and fall distributing heat and moisture over the planet?
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What is the alternate rise and fall in the level of sea water?
The rise and fall is the tides.
Why is an arctic air mass more stable than a tropical air mass?
An Arctic air mass is more stable than a tropical air mass because it is denser and colder. Cold air has a higher density and therefore tends to stay closer to the ground, creating a stable atmosphere. On the other hand, tropical air masses are warmer and lighter, leading to more vertical movement and instability.
Does the air preassure rise or fall with height?
falls
Carbon dioxide in the air is causing the temperature to rise or fall?
To rise. This is global warming.
What is the difference between unstable and stable air?
. Unstable air, if lifted, will rise by itself without any forcing. Stable air, if lifted, will tend to sink back down.,
Does hot and cold air fall or rise?
Hot air rises and cold air falls.
When stable air is forced to rise are storms expected?
No when stable air is lifted and there is enough moisture, you can see the formation of clouds and possible showers. Thunderstorms develop when unstable air is lifted.
What does stability mean in terms of air?
stable air tends to remain in its original position, while unstable air tends to rise.
What does Stability mean of air terms?
stable air tends to remain in its original position, while unstable air tends to rise.
Does the air in a high pressure area rise or fall?
The air in a high pressure area sinks due to the increased weight of the atmosphere pressing down on it. This sinking motion creates stable weather conditions with generally clear skies.
Does stable air tend to rise or does it resist rising?
Stable air tends to resist rising due to its density and lack of vertical movement. The vertical motion of stable air is limited, resulting in calm weather conditions.
Why is cold air more stable than warm air?
Cold air is more stable than warm air because it is denser and has a higher density than warm air. This higher density makes it harder for cold air to rise, leading to more stable atmospheric conditions. Warm air, on the other hand, is lighter and tends to rise more easily, leading to more vertical movement and instability in the atmosphere.
Do oceans affect climates by slowing or speeding up the rise and fall of air temperatures?
Oceans affect climates by slowing the rise and fall of air temperatures. Because water has a high specific heat, it holds heat longer than air.
Does the equator rise or fall?
It does not rise or fall. It is an imaginary line.
