1. Movement of Air
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2. Wind Formation
Temperature differences on Earth’s surface are caused by:
Tilt of Earth
It’s orbit around the sun
Earth’s curved surface

3. Coriolis Effect
Rotation of the Earth deflects air and water to the right (north of the equator), and left (south of the equator).
Earth rotates toward the east, thus creating distinct wind pattern.

4. Wind is movement of air from an area of high pressure to low pressure
Warm air comes from equator
Cold air comes from poles

5. Land Breeze Breeze moves from land to sea Occurs at night
Cold air over land sinks and pushes warm air out to sea

6. Sea Breeze Breeze moves from sea to land Occurs in the daytime
Cool air from sea moves toward land and forces warm air over land to rise