The Atmosphere: An Introduction to Meteorology (14th Edition)
14th Edition
ISBN: 9780134758589
Author: Frederick K. Lutgens, Edward J. Tarbuck, Redina Herman, Dennis G. Tasa
Publisher: PEARSON
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Chapter 7, Problem 1RQ
To determine
The definition of planetary-scale winds.
Expert Solution & Answer
Answer to Problem 1RQ
Planetary-scale winds belong to the category of macroscale winds. The westerlies and trade winds would illustrate a planetary-scale wind.
Explanation of Solution
Winds can be categorized as microscale (smallest), mesoscale (intermediate), and macroscale (largest) winds. Macroscale winds can be divided into planetary-scale and synoptic-scale winds.
Planetary-scale winds are represented by the westerlies and trade winds, which transported the sailing vessels back and forth through the Atlantic during the advent of the New World. Such large-scale patterns of flow stretch around the whole globe and would remain necessarily unaltered for weeks at a time.
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Chapter 7 Solutions
The Atmosphere: An Introduction to Meteorology (14th Edition)
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