The invisible physics behind every gust and gale
In short: Richard Hammond investigates the fundamental mechanics of how wind begins, moving from global weather patterns to a controlled demonstration of high-velocity air.
The video explores the origins of wind by examining atmospheric pressure and movement. To demonstrate these dynamics, Hammond travels to a notably breezy site where he produces a 10-metre tall flame vortex inside an artificial cyclone, aiming to observe atmospheric movement during intense weather.
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