Clouds & Fronts

Front

Why does warm air rise above cold air?

Back

Warm air is less dense than cold air.

Front

What type of front occurs when a cold front catches up and joins a warm front traveling in the same direction?

Back

An occluded front.

Front

What type of front produces long, gentle rains that are present for many days?

Back

A stationary front.

Front

What type of cloud is described as hair-like or whispy?

Back

Cirrus cloud.

Front

What is a warm front?

Back

A boundary where warm air replaces cold air.

Front

What is a cold front?

Back

A boundary where cold air replaces warm air.

Front

What is a stationary front?

Back

A front that occurs when neither cold nor warm air is advancing.

Front

What is an occluded front?

Back

A front formed when a cold front catches up to a warm front.

Front

What type of cloud is fluffy and white, often associated with fair weather?

Back

Cumulus cloud.

Front

What type of cloud is thick and gray, often bringing precipitation?

Back

Nimbostratus cloud.