Air Masses and Fronts Practice

Air Masses and Fronts Practice

Assessment

Flashcard

Science

5th Grade

Practice Problem

Hard

NGSS
MS-ESS2-5, MS-ESS2-6

Standards-aligned

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15 questions

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a warm front?

Back

A warm front is a boundary where a warm air mass rises over a cold air mass, leading to gradual temperature increases and often light, steady precipitation.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What type of weather is typically associated with a warm front?

Back

Warm fronts usually bring warmer temperatures and light, steady rain.

Tags

NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a stationary front?

Back

A stationary front is a boundary between two air masses that are not moving, often resulting in prolonged periods of rain.

Tags

NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What happens when a cold front passes?

Back

When a cold front passes, it can cause sudden drops in temperature and intense weather, such as thunderstorms.

Tags

NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What type of air mass affects North Carolina when it comes from the Gulf of Mexico?

Back

Air masses from the Gulf of Mexico are typically warm and moist.

Tags

NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the effect of wind changing from north to south?

Back

When the wind changes from north to south, temperatures are likely to increase.

Tags

NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

NGSS.MS-ESS2-6

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What type of front brings heavy rain and thunderstorms?

Back

Cold fronts are known for bringing heavy rain and thunderstorms due to the rapid lifting of warm air.

Tags

NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

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