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World Disarmament Conference 1932
- It's important to note that the standard atmospheric pressure at sea level is actually about 1013.25 millibars or 1 atmosphere (atm), which is equivalent to 1.01325 x 10^5 pascals (Pa) or 14.7 pounds per square inch (psi).
- This amount of pressure is exerted by the atmosphere at sea level on all animals, plants, rocks, etc.
- The equatorial low pressure belt is also known as the Intertropical Convergence Zone (ITCZ) and is characterized by rising warm air, abundant rainfall and thunderstorms.
- 30° N and 30° S are found in high-pressure areas known as subtropical highs.
- Further pole wards along 60° N and 60° S, the low-pressure belts are termed as the sub polar lows.
- The polar highs are areas of descending cold air and dry weather, characterized by high pressure and low temperatures.
