Weather Patterns

Front

How does latitude affect the climate of an area?

Back

The higher the latitude, the lower the temperature.

Front

What weather change can be expected when a cold front moves into an area?

Back

The cold front will bring cooler temperatures with thunderstorms and rain.

Front

What is the reason Mount Everest has a cold climate all year?

Back

Because of its high elevation.

Front

What kind of weather is associated with high air pressure?

Back

Clear skies.

Front

What happens when a warm moist air mass meets a cooler dry air mass?

Back

Stormy weather builds up.

Front

Define 'climate'.

Back

Climate is the average weather conditions in a specific area over a long period.

Front

What is a cold front?

Back

A cold front is the leading edge of a cooler mass of air that replaces a warmer mass.

Front

What is a warm front?

Back

A warm front is the leading edge of a warmer mass of air that replaces a cooler mass.

Front

What is precipitation?

Back

Precipitation is any form of water, liquid or solid, that falls from the atmosphere to the Earth's surface.

Front

What role does elevation play in climate?

Back

Higher elevations generally lead to cooler temperatures.