Atmospheric convection cells are large-scale patterns in Earth's atmosphere where warm air rises near the equator and cold air sinks near the poles. These cells play a crucial role in redistributing heat and moisture around the planet.
Think of atmospheric convection cells as "giant heat movers" in the atmosphere. Just like a conveyor belt moves items from one place to another, these cells transport warm air from the equator towards the poles and cold air from the poles towards the equator.
Hadley cell: A type of atmospheric convection cell that exists between 0° and 30° latitude, responsible for tropical weather patterns.
Ferrel cell: A type of atmospheric convection cell that exists between 30° and 60° latitude, influencing mid-latitude weather patterns.
Polar cell: A type of atmospheric convection cell that exists near the poles, playing a role in polar climate conditions.
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