3. Explain how high and low atmospheric pressure systems occur (4).

Physics

Question
3. Explain how high and low
atmospheric pressure systems
occur (4).
Answer

High atmospheric pressure systems occur when air sinks and compresses, creating a region of high pressure. Low atmospheric pressure systems occur when air rises and expands, creating a region of low pressure. These pressure systems are influenced by factors such as temperature, humidity, and wind patterns.

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Atmospheric pressure is the force exerted by the weight of the air molecules in the Earth's atmosphere. High and low-pressure systems occur due...
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