Air Masses and Weather Fronts (generation genius)

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What is a stationary front?

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A weather front where two air masses collide, but neither pushes the other out of the way.

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What happens during a cold front?

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A cold air mass pushes a warm air mass out of the way, resulting in rain.

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Why does cold air sink?

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Cold air sinks because it is more dense than warmer air.

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What are prevailing winds?

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Winds that blow in one direction and are responsible for moving air masses.

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What is an occluded front?

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A weather front where an air mass gets separated from the ground.

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What is a warm front?

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A weather front where a warm air mass rises over a cold air mass.

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What is the role of air masses in weather?

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Air masses are large bodies of air with uniform temperature and humidity that influence weather patterns.

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

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

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What type of weather is associated with a cold front?

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Cold fronts are often associated with thunderstorms and heavy rain.

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What type of weather is associated with a warm front?

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Warm fronts typically bring light rain and warmer temperatures.