Weather Fronts
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Science
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9th - 12th Grade
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Hard
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1.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What type of air is more dense and tends to sink?
Back
Cold air is more dense and tends to sink.
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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5
2.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What symbol represents a cold front?
Back
A blue line with triangles pointing in the direction of movement.
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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5
3.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What type of front is formed when warm air rises over cold air?
Back
Warm Front.
Tags
NGSS.MS-ESS2-5
4.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What type of front is formed when two air masses meet but neither is strong enough to replace the other?
Back
Stationary Front.
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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5
5.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What type of front is associated with thunderstorms and severe weather?
Back
Cold Front.
Tags
NGSS.MS-ESS2-5
6.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What happens to temperature when a cold front passes?
Back
Temperature drops as cold air replaces warm air.
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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5
7.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the main characteristic of a warm front?
Back
Warm air rises over cold air, leading to gradual temperature increases.
Tags
NGSS.MS-ESS2-5
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