"Air pressure and wind are controlling factors of Earth's weather and climate. These forces of nature wield immense power. But how exactly do they work? What is air? What is wind and where does it come from? How can air be measured? What methods do humans use to harness the power of wind? In this informative book, readers will discover how these incredible phenomenon work and the impact they have on our daily lives."-- Provided by publishers.

What is air? -- Measuring the air -- Air in motion -- Wild winds -- The power of wind -- Protecting the air -- Careers -- Amazing wind.