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What happens to air temperature when a cold front approaches?

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The air temperature decreases.

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What does it mean when air flows from high pressure to low pressure?

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It indicates the movement of air masses, which can affect weather patterns.

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What is the jet stream?

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A global pattern of atmospheric movement that influences local weather.

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Which city most recently experienced a temperature rise based on weather maps?

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Amarillo.

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How do higher temperatures affect humidity?

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Higher temperatures can cause higher humidity because water evaporates more quickly.

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What type of pressure is associated with humid air?

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Low pressure.

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What is a cold front?

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A boundary between a cold air mass and a warmer air mass, often leading to a drop in temperature.

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What is the significance of air pressure in weather forecasting?

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Air pressure helps predict weather changes; high pressure usually indicates clear skies, while low pressure can indicate storms.

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How does evaporation relate to temperature?

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Evaporation occurs more quickly at higher temperatures, increasing humidity.

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What is the effect of a warm front on temperature?

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A warm front typically causes an increase in temperature.