Fronts & Pressure Systems

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What are isobars?

Back

Isobars are lines on a weather map that connect areas of equal air pressure.

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Where is the ozone layer located?

Back

The ozone layer is found in the stratosphere.

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What weather conditions are generally caused by warm fronts?

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Warm fronts generally cause precipitation, cloudy skies, and warmer, humid weather, but not severe thunderstorms.

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What is a stationary front?

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A stationary front occurs when neither warm nor cold air has enough force to push the other, resulting in days of cloudy weather.

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What does a cold front symbol indicate and its movement direction?

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A cold front symbol indicates a cold front moving southeast.

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What is a warm front?

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A warm front is the boundary where warm air replaces cold air, often leading to gradual temperature increases and precipitation.

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What type of weather is associated with cold fronts?

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Cold fronts are associated with sudden temperature drops, thunderstorms, and clear skies following the front.

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What is the difference between a warm front and a cold front?

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A warm front brings warm air and gradual weather changes, while a cold front brings cold air and often abrupt weather changes.

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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, leading to complex weather patterns.

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What is the role of high-pressure systems in weather?

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High-pressure systems generally bring clear skies and stable weather conditions.