Atmospheric and Ocean Circulation
The atmosphere around us is in constant motion, even if we don't feel the wind across our face. Molecules of air dart about transferring heat from one place to the next at a variety of geographic scales. Here you will learn how winds at a variety of spatial scales form and what controls their behavior. You'll look at how atmospheric pressure and wind patterns influence weather and climate. Finally you will delve into what causes oceanic circulation and how it relates to atmospheric motion. You may view a list of chapter topics by clicking the "Topic Outline" link or go directly to the first topic by clicking "Continue". Previous | Topic Outline | Continue |
