Weather Instruments, Maps and Forecasting

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What is a weather satellite?

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A weather satellite is a type of satellite that is used to monitor and collect data about the Earth's weather and climate.

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What data do weather satellites collect?

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Weather satellites collect data on solar radiation, clouds and storm systems, wind speed and direction, and more.

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What is a warm front?

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A warm front is a boundary between a warm air mass and a cold air mass, where the warm air rises over the cold air.

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What weather occurs at a warm front?

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At a warm front, broad clouds form and gentle rain falls.

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What is a weather balloon?

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A weather balloon is a large balloon filled with helium or hydrogen that carries instruments to measure temperature, air pressure, and humidity into the atmosphere.

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What type of weather do low pressure systems cause?

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Low pressure systems typically cause cloudy, wet weather.

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What is a cold front?

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A cold front is a boundary where a cold air mass is replacing a warm air mass, often leading to thunderstorms.

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What is meteorology?

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Meteorology is the scientific study of the atmosphere and weather patterns.

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What is a weather map?

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A weather map is a visual representation of weather conditions in a specific area, showing information like temperature, precipitation, and pressure.

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What does a high pressure system indicate?

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A high pressure system usually indicates clear, dry weather.