Atmospheric Circulation

Atmospheric circulation refers to the general circulation of the Earth and regional movements of air around areas of high and low pressure. When the average of the entire globe is considered, the motion is referred to as the general circulation of the atmosphere.

  • Earth’s atmospheric circulation is an important transfer mechanism for both energy and mass. In this process, the imbalance between equatorial energy surplus and polar energy deficit is partly resolved; Earth’s weather patterns are generated and ocean currents are produced.
  • The atmospheric circulation, speed and direction of winds are controlled by several forces.

Forces behind Atmospheric Pressure ....

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