Air Masses and Fronts REVIEW

Front

What is the boundary between two air masses called?

Back

Front

Front

What type of front is associated with heavy precipitation and/or thunderstorms that last for a short period of time?

Back

Cold front

Front

What develops the characteristics (temperature & humidity) of the location in which they formed?

Back

Air masses

Front

What is the symbol for a warm front?

Back

A line with semicircles on one side.

Front

What is maritime air?

Back

Moist air that originates over oceans.

Front

What type of front typically brings gradual changes in weather?

Back

Warm front

Front

What type of front occurs when a cold air mass meets a warm air mass and pushes it upward?

Back

Cold front

Front

What is an occluded front?

Back

A front formed when a cold front overtakes a warm front.

Front

What type of air mass is characterized by being dry and stable?

Back

Continental air mass

Front

What type of front is stationary and does not move?

Back

Stationary front