Block 7: Air Pressure and Wind

Blow, Wind, Blow

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From gentle breezes to devastating hurricanes, wind can create peaceful feelings or horrifying experiences.

When you listen to or watch a weather report the prediction of rain, snow and temperature are generally the most noticeable. Recognizing extreme differences in air pressure in different regions might escape your awareness, but those differences can create a change in wind intensity and direction.

As you study this unit, try paying attention to the various wind directions and speeds throughout the day.

ASSIGNMENT:

1. Watch each of the following videos. Write five facts  for each of them.  Define and highlight the most important vocabulary in the video.

2.Read: pg. 531 - 552

3. DO: Chapter 19 worksheet pages 139 - 145

Bill Nye Demonstrates Air Pressure

A More Technical Description of Air Pressure

Pressure Centers and Win

Regional Wind Systems