NYSSLS 8R Weather Flashcard 1: Intro to Meteorology

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What is a warm front?

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A warm front is a boundary between a warm air mass and a cold air mass, where the warm air rises over the cold air, often leading to cloud formation and precipitation.

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What direction do warm fronts typically move?

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Warm fronts typically move from southwest to northeast.

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How does temperature change as you move closer to the equator?

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Temperature generally increases as you move closer to the equator due to more direct sunlight.

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What is a meteorologist?

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A meteorologist is a scientist who studies the atmosphere, weather patterns, and climate.

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What is evaporation?

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Evaporation is the process by which liquid water is transformed into water vapor (gas) due to heat from the Sun.

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What is the relationship between altitude and temperature?

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Temperature decreases with altitude; as you go higher in the atmosphere, the air becomes cooler.

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What is condensation?

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Condensation is the process by which water vapor cools and changes back into liquid water, forming clouds.

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What is precipitation?

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Precipitation is any form of water, liquid or solid, that falls from the atmosphere to the Earth's surface, including rain, snow, sleet, and hail.

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What is the water cycle?

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The water cycle is the continuous process by which water moves through the environment, including evaporation, condensation, precipitation, and collection.

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What is humidity?

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Humidity is the amount of water vapor present in the air, often expressed as a percentage.