Unit 3 CUA Review

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What is a warm front?

Back

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

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What symbol represents a cold front?

Back

The symbol for a cold front is a blue line with triangles pointing in the direction of the front.

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What type of air mass forms over the ocean near the equator?

Back

An air mass that forms over the ocean near the equator is called a maritime tropical air mass.

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Which city is known for experiencing snow storms?

Back

New York is known for experiencing snow storms.

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What is a maritime tropical air mass?

Back

A maritime tropical air mass is a warm, moist air mass that forms over warm ocean waters.

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What is the symbol for a stationary front?

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The symbol for a stationary front is alternating red semicircles and blue triangles on opposite sides of the line.

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What type of air mass travels through the southern part of the United States?

Back

A maritime tropical air mass travels through the southern part of the United States.

Front

What is a cold front?

Back

A cold front is a boundary where a cold air mass is replacing a warm air mass, often leading to thunderstorms.

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What weather is typically associated with a warm front?

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Warm fronts are typically associated with gradual increases in temperature and prolonged precipitation.

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What is the difference between maritime and continental air masses?

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Maritime air masses form over water and are moist, while continental air masses form over land and are dry.