Clouds, Air Masses & Fronts!

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What are Stratus clouds?

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Stratus clouds are low-level clouds that appear as a uniform gray layer covering the sky. They can bring light precipitation.

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What weather do Cumulonimbus clouds bring?

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Cumulonimbus clouds are associated with thunderstorms, heavy rain, lightning, and sometimes hail.

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What is a front in meteorology?

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A front is the boundary between two different air masses.

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What type of pressure system is associated with stormy weather?

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A low pressure system is typically associated with rainy or stormy weather.

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What weather does a warm front bring?

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A warm front brings cloudiness and light precipitation, followed by warm and mild weather.

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What are Cumulus clouds?

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Cumulus clouds are fluffy, white clouds that often indicate fair weather.

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What are Cirrus clouds?

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Cirrus clouds are high-altitude clouds that are thin and wispy, often indicating fair weather but can signal a change in the weather.

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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 happens when two air masses meet?

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When two air masses meet, they create a front, which can lead to various weather conditions.

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What is a cold front?

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A cold front occurs when a cold air mass pushes into a warmer air mass, often leading to thunderstorms and a drop in temperature.