4.4 Weather SOL Review

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What type of front does the following symbol represent?

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Stationary front: A boundary between two air masses that are not moving relative to each other.

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Fluffy white clouds that have flat bottoms are called ___

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Cumulus clouds: These are puffy, white clouds often seen in fair weather.

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What is a boundary between two air masses of different temperature and humidity called?

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Front: This is where two different air masses meet.

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Cumulonimbus clouds are associated with what type of weather conditions?

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Thunderstorms: These clouds are tall and can produce severe weather.

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Describe the weight of the air being pushed down on the Earth.

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Air pressure: This is the force exerted by the weight of air above.

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What type of front brings warm air into an area?

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Warm front: This occurs when warm air rises over cold air.

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What type of clouds are thin and wispy, often indicating fair weather?

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Cirrus clouds: These clouds are high in the atmosphere and are made of ice crystals.

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What is the term for the average weather conditions in a region over a long period?

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Climate: This refers to the long-term patterns of temperature and precipitation.

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What type of front occurs when a cold air mass pushes into a warm air mass?

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Cold front: This can lead to thunderstorms and a drop in temperature.

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What is the term for the movement of air in the atmosphere?

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Wind: This is caused by differences in air pressure.