Weather Systems and Water Cycle Flashcard

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What does a rising barometer reading usually mean?

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Clear and sunny weather

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What is a likely result when a cold front meets a warm air mass?

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Strong winds and heavy precipitation

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Tools meteorologists use to track weather from space: Thermometer, Barometer, Satellite, Rain gauge

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Satellite

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Which cloud type is most likely to form as a warm front approaches?

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Wispy, high clouds that thicken

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

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Sunny and clear skies

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What are the conditions for a low-pressure system?

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Cloudy skies, strong winds, and precipitation

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How can you identify a cold front on a weather map?

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A blue line with triangles pointing in the direction of movement

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What causes clouds to form?

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Water vapor rising and cooling

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Which weather condition often happens after low-level clouds quickly form from a cold front?

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Heavy rain or snow

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What does a satellite image showing tall clouds and swirling patterns over the ocean usually indicate?

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A hurricane