Prognostic Weather Charts

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What are prognostic weather charts?

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Graphical representations of weather forecasts

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What is the purpose of prognostic weather charts?

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To predict and forecast weather conditions.

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What are the different types of prognostic weather charts?

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surface analysis charts, upper-level charts, and satellite imagery charts

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What is a surface analysis chart?

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A surface analysis chart is a weather map that displays various weather elements at the Earth's surface.

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What information does a surface analysis chart provide?

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Weather conditions at the Earth's surface

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What is an upper-level analysis chart?

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A graphical representation of weather conditions at higher altitudes.

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What is a precipitation forecast chart?

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A precipitation forecast chart is a graphical representation of the predicted amount and distribution of precipitation over a specific time period and geographical area.

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What information does a precipitation forecast chart provide?

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It provides information about the expected amount and timing of precipitation.

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What is a temperature forecast chart?

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A graphical representation of predicted temperatures over a specific period of time.