Reading Weather Maps & Cloud Types

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What is a warm front?

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A warm front is the boundary that forms at the surface of Earth when a warm, moist air mass overtakes a cool, dry air mass.

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What type of clouds are thin, curly, and high in the sky?

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Cirrus clouds are thin, curly, wispy clouds made of ice crystals, found high in the sky, and they bring no precipitation.

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What does a cold front indicate on a weather map?

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A cold front indicates that a cold air mass is moving in and replacing a warm air mass, often leading to precipitation.

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What does the blue 'H' on a weather map represent?

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The blue 'H' indicates high pressure and clear skies.

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What are cumulus clouds?

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Cumulus clouds are fluffy, white clouds that often look like cotton balls and indicate fair weather.

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What is a cold front?

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A cold front is the boundary that forms when a cold air mass pushes into a warm air mass, often causing storms.

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What type of weather is associated with high pressure?

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High pressure is usually associated with clear skies and calm weather.

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What are stratus clouds?

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Stratus clouds are low, gray clouds that often cover the entire sky and can bring light rain or drizzle.

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What is the difference between a warm front and a cold front?

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A warm front occurs when warm air rises over cold air, while a cold front occurs when cold air pushes under warm air.

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What type of precipitation can occur with a cold front?

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Cold fronts can lead to heavy rain, thunderstorms, and sometimes snow.