What causes wind?

A.
the angle at which the rays from the sun hit the atmosphere
B.
gravity pull caused by the moon moving farther away from the earth
C.
differences in land elevation on a continent
D.
air flowing from a high pressure area to a low pressure area

1 answer

The correct answer is:

D. air flowing from a high pressure area to a low pressure area

Wind is created by the movement of air due to differences in atmospheric pressure. Air moves from areas of high pressure to areas of low pressure, resulting in wind.