Air Masses & Fronts

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What is an air mass?

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An air mass is a large body of air that has similar temperature and humidity characteristics throughout.

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What are the two main types of air masses?

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The two main types of air masses are continental (dry) and maritime (moist).

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What is a front in meteorology?

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A front is a boundary between two different air masses.

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What is a warm front?

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A warm front occurs when a warm air mass moves into an area occupied by a cooler air mass.

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What weather is typically associated with a warm front?

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Warm fronts usually bring light precipitation that clears after the front passes.

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What is a cold front?

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A cold front occurs when a cold air mass moves into an area occupied by a warmer air mass.

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What weather is typically associated with a cold front?

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Cold fronts often bring heavy precipitation and strong winds.

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What instrument is used to measure air pressure?

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A barometer is used to measure air pressure.

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What season does the Northern Hemisphere experience in July?

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The Northern Hemisphere experiences summer in July.

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What season does the Southern Hemisphere experience in July?

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The Southern Hemisphere experiences winter in July.