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What is a warm front?

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A warm front is a boundary between a warm air mass and a cooler air mass, where the warm air rises over the cooler air, often leading to gradual weather changes and precipitation.

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What is air pressure?

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Air pressure is the force exerted by air molecules pushing on a surface, measured in units such as pascals or millibars.

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What type of pressure is associated with a warm front?

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High pressure is typically associated with a warm front, indicating stable weather conditions.

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What is the primary energy source for tropical cyclones?

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The primary energy source for tropical cyclones is warm, moist air over tropical oceans, which fuels their development.

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Define an air mass.

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An air mass is a large body of air in the lower atmosphere that has uniform temperature, humidity, and air pressure at a given height.

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What is a cold front?

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A cold front is a boundary where a cold air mass replaces a warm air mass, often leading to abrupt weather changes and storms.

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What is a stationary front?

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A stationary front is a boundary between two air masses that are not moving, leading to prolonged periods of cloudy and wet weather.

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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, causing complex weather patterns and often resulting in precipitation.

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How does temperature affect air pressure?

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As temperature increases, air pressure typically decreases because warm air is less dense than cool air.

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What is the role of humidity in weather?

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Humidity refers to the amount of moisture in the air, which can influence temperature, precipitation, and overall weather patterns.

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