Front

Fog is made of low ____________ clouds.

Back

Stratus

Front

If the temperature is 31 degrees Fahrenheit, which of the following forms is precipitation most likely to be?

Back

Snow

Front

Which is the best explanation for how air masses move across the United States?

Back

The prevailing westerlies move air masses from west to east across the United States but may be deflected by the jet stream.

Front

The winds that give the United States most of its weather blow from ____________ to ____________.

Back

West to East

Front

If a cold front moved into the area, which of the following types of weather would you most likely expect?

Back

Thunderstorms and cooler temperatures

Front

What type of cloud is typically associated with thunderstorms?

Back

Cumulonimbus

Front

What is the term for the boundary between two different air masses?

Back

Front

Front

What is the main factor that determines the type of precipitation?

Back

Temperature

Front

What are the global winds that blow from east to west called?

Back

Trade Winds

Front

What is the name of the fast-moving air current high in the atmosphere that can influence weather patterns?

Back

Jet Stream