7.2.2 - Factors Affecting Atmospheric Pressure
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What happens to atmospheric pressure as altitude increases?
💡 Hint: Think about being at the top of a mountain!
Define atmospheric pressure.
💡 Hint: Consider what is above us at all times.
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What is the effect of altitude on atmospheric pressure?
💡 Hint: Remember what happens as you climb a mountain.
True or False: High-pressure systems are typically linked with rainy conditions.
💡 Hint: Think about when you look up on a sunny day.
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Calculate the expected atmospheric pressure at 3000 meters of altitude, given the standard density of air and gravitational acceleration.
💡 Hint: Remember to plug in the values you know into the equation.
Discuss how the changes in atmospheric pressure influence weather patterns in a coastal area versus a mountainous region.
💡 Hint: Consider how pressure affects humidity and precipitation.
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