Review for test Air Masses and Fronts

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What is a tropical maritime air mass?

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An air mass that forms over warm ocean waters near the equator.

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How are air masses classified?

Back

They are classified according to the surface over which they formed.

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What type of precipitation is associated with a cold front?

Back

Thunderstorms or severe weather.

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In which direction does air travel?

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From high pressure to low pressure.

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What is the symbol for a cold front?

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A blue line with triangles pointing in the direction of movement.

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What is a warm front?

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A boundary where a warm air mass replaces a cold air mass.

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What type of weather is typically associated with a warm front?

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Steady rain and warmer temperatures.

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What is an occluded front?

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A front formed when a cold front overtakes a warm front.

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What weather conditions are associated with an occluded front?

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Complex weather patterns, often including precipitation.

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What is a stationary front?

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A front that occurs when two air masses meet but neither advances.