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What is pressure gradient?

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The rate of change of pressure with respect to distance.
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The rate of change of pressure with respect to climate.
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The rate of change of pressure with respect to temperature.
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The rate of change of pressure with respect to friction.
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The correct option is A The rate of change of pressure with respect to distance.
The rate of change of pressure with respect to distance is called the pressure gradient. The pressure gradient constitutes one of the main forces acting on the air to make it move as wind.

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