Areas experience high or low air pressure due to temperature differences and the Earth’s rotation. High pressure occurs where air cools and sinks, creating a dense, heavy layer. Low pressure forms where air warms and rises, creating a lighter, less dense layer. These pressure differences drive wind and weather patterns.
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High and low air pressure areas are caused by temperature variations and the Earth’s rotation. High pressure develops where cooler air sinks, becoming dense and creating a high-pressure system. Conversely, low pressure forms where warmer air rises, becoming less dense and creating a low-pressure system. The movement of air from high to low pressure areas generates wind, influencing weather patterns and climate. Additionally, the Earth’s rotation affects pressure distribution through the Coriolis effect, further shaping global wind patterns and weather systems. Understanding these pressure variations helps in weather forecasting and climate studies.