12/17 Exit Ticket - A1

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What are high pressure systems associated with?

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High pressure systems are associated with clear skies.

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True or False: A warm front occurs when a cold air mass moves toward a warm air mass.

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False

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True or False: A cold front occurs when a cold air mass moves toward a warm air mass.

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True

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What is a high pressure system?

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A high pressure system is an area where the atmospheric pressure is higher than the surrounding areas, often leading to clear and calm weather.

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What weather conditions are typically associated with low pressure systems?

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Low pressure systems are typically associated with precipitation and cloudy weather.

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Define a warm front.

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A warm front is the boundary where a warm air mass replaces a cold air mass.

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Define a cold front.

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A cold front is the boundary where a cold air mass replaces a warm air mass.

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What happens to temperature when a warm front passes?

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Temperature generally increases when a warm front passes.

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What happens to temperature when a cold front passes?

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Temperature generally decreases when a cold front passes.

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What type of clouds are typically found ahead of a warm front?

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Stratus clouds are typically found ahead of a warm front.