How are prevailing winds set up?

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Chemistry

Asher Henry

9 November, 17:48

How are prevailing winds set up?

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Glenn Crane · Answer 1

Earth's rotation sets up a general circulation pattern from the poles to the equator. Uneven heating breaks it into six cells and deflects the surface winds.

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Uneven heating sets up a general circulation pattern from the poles to the equator. Earth''s rotation breaks it into six cells and deflects the surface winds.