Predicting Weather with Warm and Cold Fronts

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In areas of _________, air is rising and moist leading to cloudy skies.

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low pressure

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

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What symbol is used to represent a high pressure system on a weather map?

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H

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What kind of weather is a low-pressure system most likely to bring?

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Precipitation (rain or snow)

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

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The boundary between two air masses is called a/an -

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front

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

NGSS.MS-ESS2-6

Front

At which humidity is it most likely to rain?

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99%

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

Front

What is a warm front?

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A warm front is the leading edge of a warm air mass that replaces a colder air mass.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

Front

What type of weather is typically associated with a cold front?

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Thunderstorms and cooler temperatures.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

Front

What does a high-pressure system generally indicate?

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Clear skies and stable weather.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

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How do warm fronts move compared to cold fronts?

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Warm fronts move more slowly than cold fronts.

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What is the effect of humidity on precipitation?

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Higher humidity increases the likelihood of precipitation.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-4

NGSS.MS-ESS2-5