East winds are known as "commercial winds". -Explain. - Vidyadip

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East winds are known as "commercial winds". -Explain.

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In ancient times, sailing vessels were used in trade by sea.
The speed of the wind filling the sails of the ship, and the ships moving according to the direction
Thus, the easterly winds affecting trade have been known as trade winds ever since.

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