Understanding Air Pressure and Its Impact on Weather
Discover the concept of air pressure and its influence on weather patterns. Explore how air pressure varies with altitude, resembling the weight of blankets at different elevations. Learn about high and low pressure systems, their causes, effects, and how they shape weather conditions. Engage in interactive activities to deepen your understanding of atmospheric phenomena.
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Air Pressure What is air pressure? How does it affect weather?
Air Pressure Air s pressure is pretty heavy at sea level. It is equivalent to (like) an elephant balancing on a desk!
Air ________________
Air Pressure There is more pressure near the Earth s surface and less when you go further into the atmosphere.
Quick! What is atmosphere? Turn and Talk and write it Atmosphere is _____________.
Air Pressure is like blankets When you re at sea level it s like you re under ______ of blankets. When you re on a tall mountain it s like you re under ________ blankets
Quick Write! Where is air pressure higher? On a mountain or near the beach? Why?
What do you remember about Hot and Cold air? Draw a picture here
High Pressure looks like this in weather: Cold Air Creates High Pressure
Low Pressure looks like this in weather: Hot Air Creates Low Pressure
Turn and Talk High Pressure What are its causes and effects? Low Pressure What are its causes and effects?
Compare and Contrast What is low and high pressure? What are their causes? How are they different or the same? Your Turn! Complete the worksheet. Make sure you include both diagrams and writing. Fill out the whole sheet. It is worth 5 points.
