Weather & Climate Test Review (Earth & Space Science Unit 6)

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Where does a hurricane form?

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A hurricane forms over a warm body of water.

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What kind of weather is usually associated with a low pressure system?

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Precipitation (rain, snow, etc.) is usually associated with a low pressure system.

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What is the relationship between elevation and air temperatures?

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Higher elevation = Colder temperatures.

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In which layer of the atmosphere does weather occur?

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Weather occurs in the troposphere.

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What type of front brings heavy thunderstorms, rain, and hail?

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A cold front brings heavy thunderstorms, rain, and hail.

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What is a warm front?

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A warm front is the leading edge of a warm air mass that replaces a cold air mass.

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What is a cold front?

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A cold front is the leading edge of a cold air mass that replaces a warm air mass.

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What is an occluded front?

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An occluded front occurs when a cold front overtakes a warm front.

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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.

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What is the role of the troposphere in weather?

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The troposphere is where most weather events occur, including clouds, rain, and storms.