Weather Maps

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What direction does weather generally move in?

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West to East.

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What type of weather is associated with high pressure?

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Fair Weather.

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What is an air mass?

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A large body of air with similar temperature, pressure, and humidity.

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What kind of pressure system is commonly seen in Texas?

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High pressure.

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What type of weather occurs after a warm front passes through?

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Rainy or stormy, and cloudy.

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What is a cold front?

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A boundary where a cold air mass pushes into a warmer air mass, often leading to storms.

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What is a warm front?

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A boundary where a warm air mass moves over a cold air mass, typically bringing light rain.

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What does a high pressure system indicate?

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Generally clear skies and fair weather.

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What does a low pressure system indicate?

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Cloudy skies and potential for storms or precipitation.

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What is the purpose of a weather map?

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To display weather conditions and forecasts for different areas.