Weather map and symbols flashcard

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What does a high pressure system indicate on a weather map?

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A high pressure system typically indicates clear skies and fair weather.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

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What does a low pressure system indicate on a weather map?

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A low pressure system usually indicates cloudy, stormy weather.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

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What is a warm front?

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A warm front is the boundary where a warm air mass replaces a cold air mass, often leading to gradual temperature increases and precipitation.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

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What is a cold front?

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A cold front is the boundary where a cold air mass replaces a warm air mass, often leading to sudden temperature drops and thunderstorms.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

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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, often resulting in prolonged periods of 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 a cold front overtakes a warm front, leading to complex weather patterns and precipitation.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

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How many types of fronts are there?

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There are four main types of fronts: warm front, cold front, stationary front, and occluded front.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

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What weather conditions are associated with a warm front?

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Warm fronts are typically associated with gradual increases in temperature and prolonged, steady rain.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

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What weather conditions are associated with a cold front?

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Cold fronts are often associated with sudden drops in temperature and severe thunderstorms.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

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What does the symbol for a warm front look like on a weather map?

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A warm front is represented by a line with semicircles pointing in the direction of the warm air.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5