Weather Fronts

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What is a Cold Front?

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A cold front is a boundary where a cold air mass moves under a warm air mass, pushing the warm air up, often leading to storms.

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What is a Warm Front?

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A warm front is a boundary where a warm air mass moves over a cold air mass, leading to gradual weather changes and often bringing light rain.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

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What is an Occluded Front?

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An occluded front occurs when two cold air masses meet and push a warm air mass upward, often resulting in complex weather patterns.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

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What is a Stationary Front?

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A stationary front is a boundary where two air masses meet but neither is strong enough to replace the other, leading to prolonged weather conditions.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

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What weather is associated with a Cold Front?

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Cold fronts typically bring thunderstorms, heavy rain, and a drop in temperature.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

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What weather is associated with a Warm Front?

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Warm fronts usually bring light rain and warmer temperatures as the warm air rises over the cold air.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

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What happens during an Occluded Front?

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During an occluded front, warm air is lifted off the ground as two cold air masses converge, often leading to cloudy and rainy weather.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

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How does a Stationary Front affect weather?

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A stationary front can lead to extended periods of cloudy weather and light precipitation as the air masses remain in place.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

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What is the main characteristic of a Cold Front?

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The main characteristic of a cold front is the rapid movement of cold air that displaces warm air.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

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What is the main characteristic of a Warm Front?

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The main characteristic of a warm front is the gradual rise of warm air over cold air, leading to a slow change in weather.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5