Analyzing Weather Maps

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What type of weather is associated with a high pressure system?

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Clear skies and dry air.

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What does the symbol of a warm front on a weather map represent?

Back

A warm air mass has taken over a cold air mass.

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In which direction does a cold front typically move?

Back

South.

Front

What does the symbol for a cold front represent?

Back

A cold front.

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Which location is likely experiencing warmer temperatures and higher humidity?

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Location C.

Front

What is a weather map?

Back

A visual representation of weather conditions in a specific area.

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What does a high pressure system indicate about the weather?

Back

It usually indicates fair weather.

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What is a cold front?

Back

A boundary where a cold air mass pushes into a warm air mass.

Front

What is a warm front?

Back

A boundary where a warm air mass rises over a cold air mass.

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What does a stationary front mean?

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A front that is not moving significantly.