Winds, Air Masses, Air Pressure, Fronts, and Weather

Front

What is responsible for changes in weather across the globe?

Back

Jet stream

Front

What is an air mass?

Back

A large body of air that is made of the same temperature and moisture.

Front

Wind that blows from an ocean or lake is called a ___________

Back

Sea breeze

Front

What starts by lightning or a camper?

Back

Wildfire

Front

The symbol on a weather map for a cold front is what?

Back

A line with triangles on it.

Front

What is air pressure?

Back

The force exerted by the weight of air above a surface.

Front

What are global winds?

Back

Winds that blow across the Earth in a consistent pattern.

Front

What is a warm front?

Back

A boundary where a warm air mass replaces a cold air mass.

Front

What is a cold front?

Back

A boundary where a cold air mass replaces a warm air mass.

Front

What is a blizzard?

Back

A severe snowstorm with strong winds and low visibility.