How could you move a substantial amount of air to a certain direction?

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When i mean moving air to a certain direction, i mean like the opposite to a vacuum cleaner, but capable of moving way more air.
This may be a weird question, but i was just in the bathroom and had to think about it out of nowhere. I would appreciate any answers!
 
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A fan?
 
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Hot air balloon?
 
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Ibix said:
A fan?
No not a fan or hot air balloon, I'm sorry guys nevermind i can't explain what i mean. I shouldn't have asked this question, my bad.
 
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Spockishere said:
No not a fan or hot air balloon, I'm sorry guys nevermind i can't explain what i mean. I shouldn't have asked this question, my bad.
Okay, no worries. I'll close this thread now. If you can formulate a better version of your question, just go ahead and start a new thread. Be sure to post links in that new thread start to the reading that you've been doing to try to answer your own question. That will help us to understand the question better and be able to help you better. Thanks. :smile:
 

1. How does air move in a certain direction?

Air moves in a certain direction due to differences in air pressure. Air naturally flows from high pressure areas to low pressure areas, causing movement or wind.

2. What factors affect the movement of air?

The movement of air is affected by various factors such as temperature, pressure, humidity, and the Earth's rotation. These factors can cause differences in air pressure, leading to air movement.

3. How can we control the direction of air movement?

We can control the direction of air movement by using various methods such as fans, air conditioning units, ventilation systems, and wind turbines. These devices manipulate air pressure and create a desired direction of air flow.

4. Can we move a substantial amount of air manually?

It is possible to manually move a small amount of air, but it would be difficult to do so with a substantial amount. The use of machines or natural forces is more efficient in moving large quantities of air.

5. How do scientists study and understand air movement?

Scientists use various tools and techniques such as anemometers, weather balloons, and computer models to study and understand air movement. They also rely on data from weather stations and satellites to analyze patterns and make predictions about air movement.

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