Buys Ballot's Law

Introduction to Buys Ballot's Law

Buys Ballot's Law is an empirical relationship that describes the relationship between wind direction and pressure distribution in the atmosphere. According to the law, in the northern hemisphere, if an observer stands with their back to the wind, the low pressure will be found on their left and the high pressure on their right. In the southern hemisphere, the distribution is reversed. The law is an essential concept in meteorology and is used to predict weather patterns and understand atmospheric circulation.

Data validation

The wind direction should be between 0 and 360 degrees, while the pressure difference should be greater than zero.

Summary

While Buys Ballot's Law cannot be directly expressed as a JavaScript function due to its qualitative nature, understanding the concept is crucial for meteorologists and weather forecasters to analyze and interpret atmospheric conditions.