Fronts and wind

Front

What is a warm front?

Back

A warm front is a boundary between two air masses where warm air rises over cooler air, often bringing lighter rain and warmer temperatures.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

Front

What happens when a warm front passes?

Back

When a warm front passes, the weather typically becomes warmer and may bring rain.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

Front

What is a cold front?

Back

A cold front is a boundary where a cold air mass pushes into a warmer air mass, often leading to thunderstorms and a drop in temperature.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

Front

What happens when a cold front passes?

Back

When a cold front passes, the temperature usually drops, and there may be heavy rain or storms.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

Front

What is a stationary front?

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A stationary front occurs when two air masses meet and neither is strong enough to replace the other, leading to prolonged weather conditions.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

NGSS.MS-ESS2-6

Front

What is the symbol for a cold front?

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The symbol for a cold front is a blue line with triangles pointing in the direction of the front.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-6

Front

What is the symbol for a warm front?

Back

The symbol for a warm front is a red line with semicircles pointing in the direction of the front.

Front

How does wind change near large bodies of water?

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Near large bodies of water, the wind changes direction between day and night due to temperature differences.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

NGSS.MS-ESS2-6

Front

What type of weather is associated with a warm front?

Back

Warm fronts are usually associated with lighter rain and gradual temperature increases.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

Front

What type of weather is associated with a cold front?

Back

Cold fronts are often associated with heavy rain, thunderstorms, and a sudden drop in temperature.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5