Air Masses and Fronts

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What is an air mass?

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An air mass is a large mass of air that is defined by its temperature and water vapor content (humidity).

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How does a warm front form?

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A warm front is created when warm air moves slowly over cold air.

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What type of air mass is dry and warm?

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Continental tropical.

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Who is a meteorologist?

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A meteorologist is a weather forecaster who predicts the weather.

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Why does cold air sink?

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Cold air sinks because it is more dense than warmer air.

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What is a cold front?

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A cold front is formed when cold air moves in and pushes warm air up.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

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What happens when a warm front meets a cold front?

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When a warm front meets a cold front, the warm air rises over the cold air, often leading to precipitation.

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What is humidity?

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Humidity is the amount of water vapor present in the air.

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What is the difference between maritime and continental air masses?

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Maritime air masses are moist and form over oceans, while continental air masses are dry and form over land.

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What is a stationary front?

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A stationary front occurs when neither a cold nor a warm air mass is moving, leading to prolonged weather conditions.

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