Weather Predictions

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What is a high pressure system?

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A weather system characterized by clear skies, calm winds, and no precipitation.

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What type of weather is associated with a high pressure system?

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Clear skies, calm winds, no precipitation.

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What is an occluded front?

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A type of front that occurs when a cold front overtakes a warm front, often bringing complex weather patterns.

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What type of front is indicated by the color purple on a weather map?

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Occluded front.

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What type of weather is typically found in a low pressure system?

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Stormy weather with clouds and precipitation.

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What type of front is located in Texas if it is bringing cold air?

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Cold front.

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What direction does weather generally move across the United States?

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From west to east.

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What is a warm front?

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A boundary where warm air moves over cold air, often leading to gradual weather changes and precipitation.

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What is a cold front?

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A boundary where cold air pushes into warm air, often resulting in thunderstorms and sudden weather changes.

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What is a stationary front?

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A front that does not move, leading to prolonged periods of cloudy and rainy weather.