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El gradiente horizontal de presión atmosférica…The horizontal atmospheric pressure gradient…

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Correct answer: b) Is useful for studying the circulation and strength of winds

Why it is correct

The gradient drives the air: it explains wind direction and strength.

Why the others are not

  • a) It is for wind.
  • c) It does vary.
  • d) Option b) is correct.

How to work it out in the exam

  1. Close isobars: strong gradient, strong wind.

Where this question comes from

Try it: Weather visuals

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