Weather

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What type of air mass is characterized as humid and cold?

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Maritime polar

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Why does hot air rise?

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Because it is less dense.

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In which direction does a cold front typically move?

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Southeast.

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How do we characterize an air mass that forms over near the equator?

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Warm.

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What type of front is typically found near Seattle?

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Cold front.

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What is the definition of an air mass?

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A large body of air that has uniform temperature and humidity.

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What are the two main types of air masses?

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Maritime and continental.

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What is the difference between maritime and continental air masses?

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Maritime air masses form over water and are humid, while continental air masses form over land and are dry.

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What is a warm front?

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A boundary where a warm air mass replaces a cold air mass.

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What weather is typically associated with a cold front?

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Thunderstorms and a drop in temperature.