Weather Fronts

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What is a weather front?

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A weather front is a boundary between two different air masses, which can lead to changes in weather.

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What are the two main types of weather fronts?

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The two main types of weather fronts are cold fronts and warm fronts.

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What is a cold front?

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A cold front occurs when a cold air mass pushes into a warmer air mass, often bringing rain and thunderstorms.

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What is a warm front?

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A warm front occurs when a warm air mass moves over a cold air mass, usually bringing gentle rain and warmer temperatures.

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What is a stationary front?

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A stationary front is when a cold front or warm front stays in place for several days without moving.

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What is an occluded front?

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An occluded front occurs when a cold front overtakes a warm front, leading to complex weather patterns.

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How does a cold front affect weather after it passes?

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After a cold front passes, it usually leads to dry, clear, and cool or cold weather.

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What happens to air density when air is heated?

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Warm air is less dense than cold air, causing it to rise.

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What type of weather is typically associated with a cold front?

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Cold fronts usually bring rain and/or thunderstorms.

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What is the role of moisture in air masses?

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Moisture content in air masses affects weather conditions, such as humidity and precipitation.