Weather

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What is the primary source of all weather?

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The Sun.

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What is it called when a fast-moving cold air mass pushes a warm air mass up?

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A cold front.

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What occurs when a warm air mass moves in and slides over a cold air mass?

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A warm front.

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Define an air mass.

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A large body of air with similar temperature, pressure, and humidity.

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What type of pressure system typically causes clear, sunny skies?

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High pressure.

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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.

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What is a warm front?

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A boundary where a warm air mass slides over a cold air mass.

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What weather conditions are associated with low pressure systems?

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Cloudy skies and precipitation.

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What is the role of the ocean in weather patterns?

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The ocean influences temperature and moisture in the atmosphere.

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How does the Sun affect weather?

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It heats the Earth's surface, causing air movement and weather changes.