Geostrophic winds

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What is the pressure gradient force?

The force that pushes air from high pressure toward low pressure.

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What two forces create geostrophic winds?

Pressure gradient force and Coriolis force.

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What are isobars?

Lines connecting equal pressure on a map.

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Why do geostrophic winds blow parallel to isobars?

Because pressure gradient and Coriolis forces balance.

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Where do geostrophic winds typically occur?

High in the atmosphere where friction is small.