Daily Archives: May 3, 2008

Air Masses and Anticyclones

Posted on May 3, 2008 by Rashid Faridi

In contrast to depressions, anticyclones only involve one type of air mass which usually cover large areas and do not have any fronts. they are high pressure systems in which the air moves downwards towards the earth’s surface. as the … Continue reading →

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LIFE on Other Planets

Posted on May 3, 2008 by Rashid Faridi

Life as we know it on earth is carbon based and requires a certain environment to survive. Even so, there are creatures on earth which seem to be able to survive in harsh environments, where the temperatures are very cold, … Continue reading →

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