How would you compare and contrast a low-pressure system and a high-pressure system?
1 Answer
Aug 3, 2018
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Explanation:
Low Pressure is often associated with stormy weather, whereas High Pressure is often associated with fair and pleasant weather.
Below are some characteristics for both:
Low Pressure:
- Rising air motion
#=># leads to cloud development - Rain, thunderstorms (oftentimes)
- Counterclockwise air flow around low pressure (N. Hemisphere- Clockwise in S. Hemisphere- Coriolis Force)
High Pressure:
- Sinking air motion
#=># suppresses cloud development - Sunny, fair weather
- Clockwise flow around high pressure (N. Hemisphere-Counterclockwise in S. Hemisphere- Coriolis Force)
Hope this helps!
