Unit 7.1.2 Review

Front

What happens to air temperature when a warm front approaches?

Back

The air temperature will increase.

Front

In which direction does a warm front typically move?

Back

North.

Front

What type of pressure system is created when air rises above the Earth's surface?

Back

A low pressure system.

Front

What type of weather can be expected after a cold front passes?

Back

Clear, dry, cool, and sunny weather.

Front

What does the symbol for a stationary front look like?

Back

A stationary front is represented by alternating blue triangles and red semicircles.

Front

Define a warm front.

Back

A warm front is the leading edge of a warm air mass that replaces a colder air mass.

Front

What is a cold front?

Back

A cold front is the leading edge of a cold air mass that replaces a warmer air mass.

Front

What weather conditions are associated with a low pressure system?

Back

Low pressure systems are often associated with cloudy, rainy, or stormy weather.

Front

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

Back

A warm front brings warmer air and typically leads to gradual temperature increases, while a cold front brings cooler air and can cause sudden temperature drops.

Front

What is an occluded front?

Back

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