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What is an air mass?

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An air mass is a large body of air that has uniform temperature and humidity characteristics.

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What type of weather is typically associated with high pressure systems?

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High pressure systems are typically associated with clear skies and calm weather.

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What is the role of a front in meteorology?

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A front is a boundary where two different air masses meet, which can lead to changes in weather.

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What type of pressure system is associated with stormy weather?

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Low pressure systems are associated with stormy and unsettled weather.

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What is a tornado?

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A tornado is a rapidly rotating column of air that extends from a thunderstorm to the ground, typically forming in low pressure systems.

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How does air movement in high pressure systems differ from low pressure systems?

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In high pressure systems, air moves downward, while in low pressure systems, air rises.

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What is the significance of humidity in air masses?

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Humidity affects the moisture content of an air mass, influencing weather patterns and precipitation.

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What are the characteristics of a cold front?

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A cold front is characterized by the leading edge of a cooler air mass replacing a warmer air mass, often resulting in thunderstorms.

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What are the characteristics of a warm front?

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A warm front is characterized by the leading edge of a warmer air mass replacing a cooler air mass, typically bringing gradual increases in temperature and precipitation.

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What is the difference between a stationary front and an occluded front?

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A stationary front occurs when two air masses meet but neither advances, while an occluded front forms when a cold front overtakes a warm front.

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