Weather Forecasting

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What is a cold front?

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A cold front is a boundary between a mass of cold air and a mass of warm air, where the cold air pushes under the warm air, often leading to precipitation.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

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What is a warm front?

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A warm front is a boundary where a warm air mass rises over a cold air mass, typically resulting in gradual weather changes and precipitation.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

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What is a stationary front?

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A stationary front occurs when two air masses meet but neither is strong enough to replace the other, leading to prolonged periods of cloudy and rainy weather.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

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What type of weather is typically associated with a low pressure system?

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A low pressure system is generally associated with stormy weather, including rain, thunderstorms, and sometimes severe weather.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

NGSS.MS-ESS2-6

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

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Warm fronts usually bring light to moderate rain, followed by warmer temperatures.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

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What type of weather is typically forecasted with a cold front?

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Cold fronts often bring sudden changes in weather, including heavy rain, thunderstorms, and a drop in temperature.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

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How does a cold front affect temperature?

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A cold front typically causes a drop in temperature as it replaces warmer air.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

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How does a warm front affect temperature?

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A warm front usually leads to an increase in temperature as it replaces cooler air.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

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What symbols are used to represent cold fronts on weather maps?

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Cold fronts are represented by blue lines with triangular spikes pointing in the direction of movement.

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What symbols are used to represent warm fronts on weather maps?

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Warm fronts are represented by red lines with semicircles pointing in the direction of movement.