Fronts Flashcard

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What is a cold front?

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A cold front occurs when a cold air mass moves forward, pushing a warm air mass up, leading to potential storms.

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What is a warm front?

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A warm front occurs when a warm air mass moves over a cold air mass, resulting in gradual weather changes and often light rain.

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What is a stationary front?

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

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What is an occluded front?

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An occluded front occurs when a cold front overtakes a warm front, lifting the warm air off the ground and often resulting in complex weather patterns.

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Why does warm air rise above cold air?

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Warm air is less dense than cold air, causing it to rise.

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What type of weather is associated with cold fronts?

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

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What type of weather is associated with warm fronts?

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

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What happens at a stationary front?

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At a stationary front, weather conditions can remain unchanged for an extended period, often leading to cloudy skies and precipitation.

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How can you identify a cold front on a weather map?

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A cold front is usually represented by a blue line with triangles pointing in the direction of the front's movement.

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How can you identify a warm front on a weather map?

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A warm front is typically shown as a red line with semicircles pointing in the direction of the front's movement.