Air Masses and Fronts

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What is an air mass?

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A large body of air with about the same temperature and humidity throughout.

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What does humidity refer to?

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The amount of water vapor in the air.

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What is a high pressure system?

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A weather system characterized by high atmospheric pressure, often associated with clear skies and calm weather.

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What is a low pressure system?

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A weather system characterized by low atmospheric pressure, often associated with clouds and precipitation.

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What happens when a warm front arrives?

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The area will experience warmer temperatures, lower air pressure, and gentle rain.

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What is the primary cause of high and low pressure systems?

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Solar energy.

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What is a cold front?

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A boundary where a cold air mass pushes into a warm air mass, often leading to storms.

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What is precipitation?

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Any form of water, liquid or solid, that falls from the atmosphere to the Earth's surface.

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What is the difference between weather and climate?

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Weather refers to short-term atmospheric conditions, while climate refers to long-term average weather patterns.

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What role does solar energy play in weather systems?

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Solar energy heats the Earth's surface, causing variations in air pressure and temperature, which drive weather patterns.

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