Meteorology Review

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What is a cold front?

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A cold front is a boundary where a rapidly moving cold air mass runs into a warm air mass, causing the cold air to slide under the warm air.

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What is the main source of energy that drives all weather patterns?

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The Sun is the main source of energy that drives all weather patterns.

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What extreme weather event forms over warm oceans?

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A hurricane is an extreme weather event that forms over warm oceans and weakens when it hits land.

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What is conduction?

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Conduction is the process of heat transfer through direct contact, such as when a metal spoon feels warmer while stirring hot soup.

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What is a mesocyclone?

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A mesocyclone is a rotating updraft in a thunderstorm that can develop into a tornado.

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What is a warm front?

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A warm front is a boundary where a warm air mass slides over a cold air mass, often bringing gradual changes in weather.

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What is a stationary front?

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A stationary front is a boundary between two air masses that are not moving, leading to prolonged periods of cloudy and rainy weather.

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What is convection?

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Convection is the transfer of heat through the movement of fluids (liquids or gases), such as warm air rising and cool air sinking.

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What is radiation in terms of heat transfer?

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Radiation is the transfer of heat in the form of electromagnetic waves, such as the warmth felt from the Sun.

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What is the water cycle?

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The water cycle is the continuous process by which water evaporates, condenses, and precipitates back to the Earth.