Atmosphere and its circulation

United States, 1944

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Demonstrates the nature of air, showing its structure, chemical composition, weight and distribution. Its circulation in relation to the Earth, how circulation forms pressure bands and is affected by rotation of the Earth, causing movement or winds; the structure and dynamics of atmosphere are studied with the aid of animated diagrams. No other credits available.

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Encyclopaedia Britannica Films

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00:10:00:00

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United States
Production dates
1944

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