Understanding Severe Weather Patterns

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What is air pressure?

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Air pressure is the force exerted by the weight of air above a surface. It can affect weather patterns and phenomena.

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How does low air pressure relate to tornado formation?

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Low air pressure can lead to tornado formation when it interacts with colliding air masses, creating instability in the atmosphere.

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What are weather fronts?

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Weather fronts are boundaries between two different air masses, which can lead to changes in weather, including storms.

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How do weather fronts cause thunderstorms?

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Weather fronts cause air masses to mix, which can lead to the development of thunderstorms due to instability and moisture.

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When are hurricanes most active in the Atlantic Ocean?

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Hurricanes are most active in the Atlantic Ocean during the summer and early fall.

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What is a supercell tornado?

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A supercell tornado is a type of tornado that forms from a supercell thunderstorm, characterized by a rotating updraft.

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What role do air masses play in thunderstorms?

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Air masses provide the moisture and temperature differences needed for thunderstorms to develop.

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What is the difference between high and low air pressure?

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High air pressure is associated with clear skies and stable weather, while low air pressure is linked to stormy and unstable weather.

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What conditions are necessary for tornado formation?

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Tornadoes typically form in conditions of low air pressure, warm moist air, and strong wind shear.

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What is the significance of temperature differences in weather?

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Temperature differences between air masses can lead to the formation of weather fronts and influence storm development.

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