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Distinguish between the following: Permanent and Periodic Winds. - Geography

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Distinguish between the following:

Permanent and Periodic Winds.

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Aspect Permanent Winds Periodic Winds
Definition Winds that blow continuously in the same direction throughout the year. Winds that change direction with the seasons or time of day.
Cause Caused by permanent pressure belts and Earth’s rotation. Caused by seasonal or daily temperature changes.
Examples Trade Winds, Westerlies, Polar Easterlies. Monsoons, Land Breeze, Sea Breeze.
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Chapter 14: Atmospheric Pressure and Winds - EXERCISES [Page 137]

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Morning Star Total Geography [English] Class 9 ICSE
Chapter 14 Atmospheric Pressure and Winds
EXERCISES | Q IV. 2. | Page 137
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