Fronts and wind

Front

What causes winds to curve as they move across the globe?

Back

Winds curve due to the rotation of the Earth on its axis.

Front

What are the prevailing winds in the United States called?

Back

The prevailing westerlies.

Front

What happens to the weather when a warm front passes?

Back

It will rain and get warmer.

Front

What type of breeze occurs during the day near large bodies of water?

Back

Sea breeze.

Front

What type of breeze occurs at night near large bodies of water?

Back

Land breeze.

Front

Why do we experience different breezes near water during the day and night?

Back

Water heats up and cools down slower than land, changing the pressure.

Front

What is a front in meteorology?

Back

A front is a boundary between two different air masses.

Front

What is a warm front?

Back

A warm front occurs when warm air moves over cold air.

Front

What is a cold front?

Back

A cold front occurs when cold air moves under warm air.

Front

What type of weather is associated with a cold front?

Back

Cold fronts often bring thunderstorms and cooler temperatures.