Cold vs. Warm Fronts

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What is a warm front?

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A warm front is a boundary between a warm air mass and a cold air mass, where the warm air rises over the cold air, often leading to gradual weather changes and precipitation.

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What type of weather is typically associated with cold fronts?

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Cold fronts are usually associated with violent storms, heavy rain, and a drop in temperature.

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What symbol represents a cold front on a weather map?

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

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What is precipitation?

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Precipitation is any form of water, liquid or solid, that falls from the atmosphere to the Earth's surface, including rain, snow, sleet, and hail.

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What is an air mass?

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An air mass is a large body of air that has relatively uniform temperature and humidity characteristics.

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What is an occluded front?

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An occluded front occurs when a cold front overtakes a warm front, leading to complex weather patterns and often precipitation.

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What is a stationary front?

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A stationary front is a boundary between two air masses that are not moving, leading to prolonged periods of cloudy and rainy weather.

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How do warm fronts affect temperature?

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Warm fronts typically lead to a gradual increase in temperature as warm air replaces cold air.

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What type of front is associated with gradual weather changes?

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Warm fronts are associated with gradual weather changes, often bringing light rain or drizzle.

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What happens to air pressure when a cold front passes?

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Air pressure usually rises after a cold front passes, leading to clearer skies.