Weather Maps Practice

Front

What is the best forecast for Dallas on a Saturday with thunderstorms?

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thunderstorms

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

NGSS.MS-ESS2-6

Front

In the Northern Hemisphere, how does surface wind circulate in a high-pressure air mass?

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clockwise and away from the center

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

NGSS.MS-ESS2-6

Front

What causes winds to move from one area to another?

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Winds are created by different air pressures and move from areas of high pressure to areas of low pressure.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

NGSS.MS-ESS2-6

Front

In a low-pressure system, which locations are most likely experiencing precipitation when two fronts extend from its center?

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Locations D and B are most likely experiencing precipitation.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

Front

What are the characteristics of a continental tropical air mass?

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A continental tropical air mass is dry and warm.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

NGSS.MS-ESS2-6

Front

What is a high-pressure system and how does it affect weather?

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A high-pressure system is an area where the atmospheric pressure is higher than the surrounding areas, leading to generally clear and calm weather.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

Front

What is a low-pressure system and what weather is typically associated with it?

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A low-pressure system is an area where the atmospheric pressure is lower than the surrounding areas, often leading to cloudy, rainy, or stormy weather.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

Front

How do fronts affect weather conditions?

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Fronts are boundaries between different air masses, and they can lead to changes in weather, including precipitation and temperature changes.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

Front

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 temperature increases and precipitation, while a cold front occurs when cold air pushes under warm air, leading to abrupt weather changes and storms.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

Front

What role does humidity play in weather forecasting?

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Humidity refers to the amount of moisture in the air, and it affects temperature, precipitation, and overall weather conditions.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-4

NGSS.MS-ESS2-5