Weather Maps and Forecasting

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What is a cold front?

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A cold front is the leading edge of a cooler mass of air that replaces a warmer mass of air. It often brings precipitation and a drop in temperature.

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What happens to temperature when a cold front approaches?

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The air temperature typically decreases when a cold front approaches.

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How does weather generally move in the United States?

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Weather in the United States generally moves from west to east.

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What is a high pressure system?

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A high pressure system is an area where the atmospheric pressure is higher than the surrounding areas, often bringing clear skies and calm weather.

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What is a low pressure system?

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A low pressure system is an area where the atmospheric pressure is lower than the surrounding areas, often associated with cloudy and rainy weather.

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

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Warm fronts usually bring gradual increases in temperature and can lead to light rain or drizzle.

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What is the purpose of a weather map?

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A weather map is used to display the current weather conditions and forecasts for different areas, helping to predict future weather.

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What does it mean when a weather map shows rain in one area?

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It indicates that precipitation is occurring or expected in that area, often due to a low pressure system.

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What is the difference between weather and climate?

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Weather refers to the short-term atmospheric conditions in a specific area, while climate refers to the long-term average of weather patterns over time.

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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.