The horizontal movement of air is called ________.
Wind
Storm
Cyclone
Both A and C
A
Cyclone
B
Both A and C
C
Wind
D
Storm
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Wind is defined as the perceptible natural movement of the air, especially in the form of a current of air blowing from a particular direction whereas breeze is the gentle wind.
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