Air Masses and Weather Concepts

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What is an air mass?

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An air mass is a large body of air that has uniform temperature and humidity characteristics.

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What causes the Gulf Stream to bring warmer air to the east coast of Florida?

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The Gulf Stream brings water from the equator, which warms the air above it.

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What is a drought?

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A drought is a long period of unusually dry weather.

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How does air pressure change as you climb a mountain?

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Air pressure decreases as you climb a mountain.

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What is the atmosphere?

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The atmosphere is the envelope of gases that surrounds Earth.

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What is the role of the sun in weather patterns?

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The sun heats the Earth's surface, causing air to warm and rise, which drives weather patterns.

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What is humidity?

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Humidity is the amount of water vapor present in the air.

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What is a cold front?

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

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What is a warm front?

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

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What is the water cycle?

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The water cycle is the continuous movement of water through evaporation, condensation, and precipitation.