A student observed the barometric pressure and wind direction each morning and evening. Based on the table containing his data, did the student observe a cyclone or anticyclone? Pressure and Wind Direction Data Day/Time Pressure (hPa) Wind Direction 1/0600 1,016 SW 1/1800 1,005 SE 2/0600 995 E 2/1800 980 NE 3/0600 990 N

A student observed the barometric pressure and wind direction each morning and evening. Based on the table containing his data, did the student observe a cyclone or anticyclone? Pressure and Wind Direction Data Day/Time Pressure (hPa) Wind Direction 1/0600 1,016 SW 1/1800 1,005 SE 2/0600 995 E 2/1800 980 NE 3/0600 990 N

An Introduction to Physical Science

14th Edition

ISBN:9781305079137

Author:James Shipman, Jerry D. Wilson, Charles A. Higgins, Omar Torres

Publisher:James Shipman, Jerry D. Wilson, Charles A. Higgins, Omar Torres

Chapter20: Atmospheric Effects

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