Weather Flashcard

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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, often leading to gentle rain.

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What weather is typically associated with a warm front?

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Gentle rain and gradual temperature increases.

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What is a cold front?

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A cold front is a boundary where a cold air mass pushes into a warm air mass, often resulting in sudden temperature drops and thunderstorms.

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What weather is typically associated with a cold front?

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Thunderstorms and a rapid drop in temperature.

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How does a warm front move?

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A warm front typically moves from west to east.

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How does a cold front move?

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A cold front typically moves from north to south.

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What happens to air temperature when a cold front approaches?

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The air temperature decreases.

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What happens to air temperature when a warm front approaches?

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The air temperature increases.

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Which city is likely to experience a temperature increase during a warm front?

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Cities like Atlanta, Georgia are likely to see an increase in temperatures.

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What is the difference between a warm front and a cold front?

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A warm front brings warm air and gentle rain, while a cold front brings cold air and often thunderstorms.