Pearson Ch. 8 Sec. 5 Weather Fronts

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What is a cold front and what weather phenomena does it typically cause?

Back

A cold front is the leading edge of a cooler mass of air, replacing a warmer mass. It typically causes thunderstorms and a drop in temperature.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

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What is an occluded front and where might it be found?

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An occluded front occurs when a cold front overtakes a warm front, lifting the warm air off the ground. It can be found in regions like Ohio.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

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What is the definition of a front in meteorology?

Back

A front is a boundary between two different air masses, which can lead to various weather changes.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

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What characterizes a stationary front?

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A stationary front is characterized by little to no movement, where warm and cold air masses meet but neither advances.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

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What weather conditions are associated with a stationary front?

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Stationary fronts can lead to prolonged periods of cloudy weather and light precipitation.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

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How do air masses interact when they meet?

Back

When two air masses meet, they create a front, which can lead to various weather phenomena depending on the characteristics of the air masses.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

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What type of front is typically associated with severe weather?

Back

Cold fronts are typically associated with severe weather, including thunderstorms.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

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What happens to temperature and pressure when a cold front passes?

Back

When a cold front passes, the temperature usually drops and the atmospheric pressure rises.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

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What is the difference between a warm front and a cold front?

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A warm front occurs when warm air rises over cold air, leading to gradual weather changes, while a cold front occurs when cold air pushes under warm air, causing abrupt weather changes.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

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What is the significance of the term 'occlusion' in weather fronts?

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Occlusion refers to the process where a cold front overtakes a warm front, leading to the lifting of warm air and the formation of an occluded front.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5