Weather Fronts and Weather Maps

Front

What is a large body of air with the same temperature and humidity?

Back

Air mass

Front

At the center of a LOW pressure, the air moves ____________.

Back

Counterclockwise

Front

What kind of front is characterized by warm air rising over cold air?

Back

Warm front

Front

What kind of front is characterized by cold air pushing under warm air?

Back

Cold front

Front

What kind of front occurs when two air masses meet but neither moves?

Back

Stationary front

Front

What is the boundary between two air masses called?

Back

Front

Front

What is the pressure system that has clouds, wind, and storms, with wind circulating counterclockwise?

Back

Low pressure system

Front

What is the pressure system that generally brings clear skies and calm weather?

Back

High pressure system

Front

What type of front occurs when a cold front overtakes a warm front?

Back

Occluded front

Front

What happens to temperature when a warm front passes?

Back

Temperature increases