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Wind

Key Stage 2

Meaning

The wind is a movement of air.

Key Stage 3

Meaning

The wind is a movement of air.

About the Wind

The wind is caused by convection as some materials on Earth heat up more quickly in sunlight and cool down more quickly in darkness. This temperature difference causes convection currents in the air.

Key Stage 4

Meaning

The wind is a movement of air.

About the Wind

The wind is caused by convection as some materials on Earth heat up more quickly in sunlight and cool down more quickly in darkness. This temperature difference causes convection currents in the air.