Air Masses, Fronts & Weather

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What is a cumulus cloud?

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A cumulus cloud is thick, white, and fluffy.

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What best describes a stratus cloud?

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Flat layers close to the Earth.

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How is a cold front shown on a weather map?

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A cold front is shown with blue triangles and red half circles.

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What is an air mass?

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A large body of air that has the same amount of water vapor and temperature.

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What type of weather is associated with a cold front?

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Thunderstorms.

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What are the characteristics of a stratus cloud?

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Stratus clouds are flat and cover the sky like a blanket.

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What type of weather do cumulus clouds usually indicate?

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Cumulus clouds usually indicate fair weather.

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What happens when a warm front meets a cold front?

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The warm air rises over the cold air, often leading to precipitation.

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What is the difference between a warm front and a cold front?

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A warm front brings warm air and gentle rain, while a cold front brings cooler air and thunderstorms.

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What is the role of air masses in weather?

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Air masses influence temperature and humidity in a region.