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Middle School Earth and Space Science Flashcards: Global Wind Patterns

Study Global Wind Patterns in Middle School Earth and Space Science with focused flashcards that help you recognize the idea, recall the key rule, and apply it in practice-style prompts.

QUESTION

What global pressure belt is typically found near 60^ 0 latitude?

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ANSWER

Subpolar low-pressure belt (rising air at polar front). Warm air from south meets cold polar air, forcing upward motion.

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Use the simplified world map model below (it shows average prevailing winds, not daily weather). The map marks three latitude bands—equatorial (0°–30°), mid-latitude (30°–60°), and polar (60°–90°)—with arrows showing the main wind direction in each band. On this model, in the mid-latitude band (30°–60° N), which general wind direction is shown? Equatorial band (0°–30°): arrows point from east toward west. Mid-latitude band (30°–60°): arrows point from west toward east. Polar band (60°–90°): arrows point from east toward west.
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