Weather Maps Fronts and Symbols

Front

What is a weather front?

Back

A weather front is a boundary where two different air masses meet.

Front

What does a warm front indicate on a weather map?

Back

A warm front indicates that a warm air mass is taking over a cold air mass.

Front

What does a cold front indicate on a weather map?

Back

A cold front indicates that a cold air mass is pushing into a warm air mass.

Front

What instrument is used to measure wind speed?

Back

An anemometer is used to measure wind speed.

Front

What does a high-pressure system generally indicate about the weather?

Back

A high-pressure system generally indicates clear skies and fair weather.

Front

What does a low-pressure system generally indicate about the weather?

Back

A low-pressure system generally indicates cloudy skies and precipitation.

Front

What symbol represents a cold front on a weather map?

Back

A cold front is represented by a blue line with triangles pointing in the direction of the front.

Front

What symbol represents a warm front on a weather map?

Back

A warm front is represented by a red line with semicircles pointing in the direction of the front.

Front

What is the purpose of a barometer?

Back

A barometer is used to measure atmospheric pressure.

Front

What does a hygrometer measure?

Back

A hygrometer measures the humidity in the air.