Question 13 — Explain why holes are made - Questions at the end of the chapter - Chapter 6 Class 8 - Pressure, Winds, Storms, and Cyclones (Curiosity)

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Q 13
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Explain why holes are made in banners and hoardings.

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Answer
The holes let wind pass through, reducing the pressure difference so the banner is not blown down.

Explanation

  • High-speed wind blowing across a banner lowers the air pressure on that side.
  • This creates a large pressure difference that could tear or topple the banner.
  • Holes let the wind pass straight through, reducing this pressure difference.
  • So banners and hoardings with holes are less likely to be blown down.
Holes let wind through, lowering the pressure difference so the banner stays up.
← Back to concept: 6.4 High-Speed Winds Result in Lowering of Air Pressure
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