Air Masses and Weather Fronts

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What is a warm front?

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A warm front is a weather front where a warm air mass pushes a cold air mass out of the way, typically resulting in gradual temperature increases and precipitation.

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Who is a meteorologist?

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A meteorologist is a weather forecaster who predicts the weather using scientific principles and data.

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What are prevailing winds?

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Prevailing winds are winds that blow predominantly in one direction and are responsible for moving air masses across the Earth's surface.

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Why does cold air sink?

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Cold air sinks because it is more dense than warmer air, causing it to displace the warmer air upwards.

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What is a cold front?

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A cold front is a weather front where a cold air mass pushes a warm air mass out of the way, often resulting in sudden temperature drops and precipitation.

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What is the difference between a warm front and a cold front?

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A warm front occurs when warm air rises over cold air, leading to gradual weather changes, while a cold front occurs when cold air pushes under warm air, causing abrupt weather changes.

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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, typically classified by its source region.

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What are the four main types of air masses?

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The four main types of air masses are maritime tropical (mT), continental tropical (cT), maritime polar (mP), and continental polar (cP).

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How do weather fronts affect local weather?

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Weather fronts can cause changes in temperature, humidity, and precipitation, leading to various weather conditions such as rain, snow, or clear skies.

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What is the role of high and low pressure systems in weather?

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High pressure systems are associated with clear skies and stable weather, while low pressure systems are linked to cloudiness and precipitation.

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