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What is a hurricane?

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A hurricane is a large tropical storm system characterized by strong winds, heavy rain, and low pressure, typically forming over warm ocean waters.

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What happens to a hurricane when it makes landfall?

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When a hurricane makes landfall, it loses energy because it no longer gains heat and moisture from the warm ocean water.

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NGSS.MS-ESS3-2

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What is an air mass?

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An air mass is a large body of air that has uniform temperature and humidity characteristics, influenced by the surface over which it forms.

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What type of weather is associated with a high-pressure system?

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High-pressure systems are generally associated with clear, sunny skies and stable weather conditions.

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What type of weather is indicated by a low-pressure system?

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Low-pressure systems are often associated with cloudy skies, precipitation, and stormy weather.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

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What is a front in meteorology?

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

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

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What is a warm front?

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A warm front occurs when warm air moves over cold air, often bringing gentle precipitation and warmer temperatures.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

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What is a cold front?

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A cold front occurs when cold air pushes into a region of warm air, often leading to thunderstorms and a drop in temperature.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

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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 and precipitation.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

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What weather symbol indicates thunderstorms?

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The symbol for thunderstorms typically shows a cloud with lightning bolts.