Weather

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What causes hot air to rise?

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Hot air rises because it is less dense than cooler air.

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What type of front is typically found near Seattle?

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A cold front.

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What type of weather is usually associated with clear, sunny skies?

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Clear, sunny skies are typically associated with high-pressure systems.

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What does the symbol for a cold front look like?

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The symbol for a cold front is a blue line with triangles pointing in the direction of the front.

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Which heats faster: water or land?

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Land heats faster than water.

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What is a warm front?

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A warm front is where warm air moves over cold air, leading to gradual temperature increases and often precipitation.

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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.

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What is a stationary front?

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A stationary front is a boundary between two air masses that are not moving, often leading to prolonged periods of cloudy and rainy weather.

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What is the role of density in weather patterns?

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Density differences in air masses drive wind and weather patterns, as less dense air rises and denser air sinks.

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What type of weather is associated with a cold front?

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Cold fronts are often associated with thunderstorms and a drop in temperature.

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