Unit 3 - Wind, Airmass, & Fronts

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What is a sea breeze?

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A sea breeze is a cool breeze that blows from the ocean to the land during the day, caused by the differential heating of land and water.

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What is a land breeze?

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A land breeze is a cool breeze that blows from the land to the ocean at night, as the land cools faster than the water.

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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.

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What are the characteristics of a warm air mass?

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Warm air masses are typically less dense, can hold more moisture, and are associated with warmer weather.

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What are the characteristics of a cold air mass?

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Cold air masses are denser, can hold less moisture, and are associated with cooler weather.

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What is a warm front?

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A warm front is the boundary where a warm air mass replaces a cold air mass, often bringing gradual increases in temperature and precipitation.

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What is a cold front?

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A cold front is the boundary where a cold air mass replaces a warm air mass, often leading to sudden drops in temperature and stormy weather.

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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 wet weather.

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What is a weather map?

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A weather map is a visual representation of weather conditions in a specific area, showing fronts, air masses, and other meteorological data.

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How does the sun affect wind patterns?

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The sun heats the Earth's surface unevenly, causing differences in air pressure that result in wind patterns.