Weather

Front

What type of weather is most likely produced by a high pressure system?

Back

Clear, cool weather.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

NGSS.MS-ESS2-6

Front

What type of air would you find in a warm, humid air mass?

Back

Warm, humid air.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

Front

How do we characterize an air mass that forms over land?

Back

Dry.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

Front

What type of weather is associated with low pressure systems?

Back

Rainy weather.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

Front

Which type of air is more dense and tends to sink?

Back

Cold air.

Front

What is the primary characteristic of a cold air mass?

Back

It is dense and typically brings cooler temperatures.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

Front

What type of air mass forms over oceans?

Back

Humid air mass.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

NGSS.MS-ESS2-6

Front

What weather conditions are typically associated with a warm front?

Back

Gradual warming and increased precipitation.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

Front

What is the difference between weather and climate?

Back

Weather refers to short-term atmospheric conditions, while climate refers to long-term patterns.

Front

What role do jet streams play in weather patterns?

Back

They influence the movement of weather systems and can affect temperature and precipitation.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

NGSS.MS-ESS2-6