Air Masses & Fronts
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Science
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5th Grade
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1.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is an air mass?
Back
An air mass is a large body of air that has similar temperature and humidity characteristics throughout.
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2.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is a front in meteorology?
Back
A front is the boundary that forms between two different air masses.
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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5
3.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What type of front is associated with thunderstorms?
Back
Cold front.
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4.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What type of front brings prolonged precipitation?
Back
Stationary front.
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5.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What type of air mass is a maritime tropical air mass?
Back
Warm and humid.
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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5
6.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What type of air mass is a continental polar air mass?
Back
Cold and dry.
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7.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What happens when a cold front meets a warm front?
Back
The cold air pushes the warm air up, often leading to storms.
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