Weather Fronts

Front

What are weather fronts?

Back

Weather fronts are boundaries between two different air masses.

Front

What happens when two air masses meet?

Back

When two air masses meet, a front is formed.

Front

What is a cold front?

Back

A cold front is a type of front that occurs when a colder air mass pushes into a warmer air mass.

Front

What is a warm front?

Back

A warm front is a type of front that occurs when a warmer air mass moves over a colder air mass.

Front

What is a stationary front?

Back

A stationary front is a type of front where two air masses meet but neither is strong enough to replace the other.

Front

What weather is typically associated with a cold front?

Back

Cold fronts are often associated with thunderstorms and a drop in temperature.

Front

What weather is typically associated with a warm front?

Back

Warm fronts are usually associated with gradual warming and light to moderate precipitation.

Front

How can you identify a cold front on a weather map?

Back

A cold front is typically represented by a blue line with triangles pointing in the direction of the front's movement.

Front

How can you identify a warm front on a weather map?

Back

A warm front is usually represented by a red line with semicircles pointing in the direction of the front's movement.

Front

What is the significance of a stationary front?

Back

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