Weather fronts, pressure, tools, clouds

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What are Stratus clouds?

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Stratus clouds are low-level clouds that appear as a uniform gray layer covering the sky. They often bring light rain or snow.

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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 over and pushes out a colder air mass, typically leading to gradual temperature increases and precipitation.

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What type of cloud is associated with light, continual rain?

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Stratus clouds are most often associated with days of light, continual rain.

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In which direction does weather typically travel?

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Weather typically travels from West to East.

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What does a high pressure system indicate about the weather?

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A high pressure system usually indicates sunny and dry weather.

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What are Cumulonimbus clouds?

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Cumulonimbus clouds are towering clouds associated with thunderstorms and severe weather, often producing heavy rain, lightning, and tornadoes.

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What is a cold front?

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A cold front is a boundary where a cold air mass pushes into a warmer air mass, often leading to abrupt weather changes and storms.

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What are Cirrus clouds?

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Cirrus clouds are high-altitude clouds that are thin and wispy, often indicating fair weather but can also signal a change in the weather.

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What is a stationary front?

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A stationary front occurs when two air masses meet but neither is strong enough to replace the other, often leading to prolonged periods of cloudy and rainy weather.

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What is the significance of low pressure systems?

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Low pressure systems are often associated with stormy weather, including rain, snow, and strong winds.