Weather Fronts

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What is a weather front?

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A weather front is the boundary between two air masses.

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What does the direction of a weather front symbol indicate?

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The direction of the symbol indicates the type of front.

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What type of front is associated with thunderstorms in the summer?

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Cold front.

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Is cold air more dense than warm air?

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True.

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What is the typical effect of weather fronts on clouds and precipitation?

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Weather fronts usually cause clouds and precipitation.

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What are the two main types of air masses involved in weather fronts?

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Cold air masses and warm air masses.

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What happens when a cold front meets a warm front?

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The cold air pushes the warm air upward, often leading to storms.

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What type of weather is typically associated with a warm front?

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Gentle rain and gradual temperature increase.

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How do occluded fronts form?

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Occluded fronts form when a cold front overtakes a warm front.

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What is the significance of the slope of a cold front?

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Cold fronts have a steep slope, leading to more severe weather.