Weather

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What is a Warm Front?

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A warm front is a boundary where a warm air mass moves in and slides over a cold air mass, often bringing precipitation and warmer temperatures.

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What type of air mass is cold and wet?

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Maritime polar air mass is cold and wet, originating over cold ocean waters.

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What factors can destroy a hurricane?

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A hurricane can be destroyed by strong vertical winds, cold water, and movement over land.

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What is a Maritime Polar air mass?

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A Maritime Polar air mass is a type of air mass that is cold and moist, typically forming over cold ocean waters.

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What is a Cold Front?

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A cold front is a boundary where a cold air mass moves in and displaces a warm air mass, often leading to thunderstorms.

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What is a Continental Tropical air mass?

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A Continental Tropical air mass is a warm and dry air mass that forms over land, typically in desert regions.

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What weather is typically associated with thunderstorms?

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Thunderstorms are often associated with heavy rain, lightning, strong winds, and sometimes hail.

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What is a Low Pressure system?

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A Low Pressure system is an area where the atmospheric pressure is lower than that of surrounding areas, often leading to cloudy and stormy weather.

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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 that of surrounding areas, usually resulting in clear skies and calm weather.

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What is a Maritime Tropical air mass?

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A Maritime Tropical air mass is a warm and moist air mass that forms over warm ocean waters, often bringing humid weather.