Weather

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In the United States, weather usually moves from:

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west to east.

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What does atmospheric convection refer to?

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The process by which warmer air rises and cooler air sinks, creating circulation patterns in the atmosphere.

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What happens to barometric pressure as you approach the center of a high pressure system?

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Pressure increases.

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Which type of pressure is most associated with thunderstorms?

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Low air pressure.

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What do isobar contour lines on a map represent?

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Lines of equal barometric (air) pressure.

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What is a cold front?

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A boundary where a cold air mass is replacing a warmer air mass.

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What is a warm front?

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A boundary where a warm air mass is replacing a colder air mass.

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What is the role of humidity in weather?

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Humidity is the amount of water vapor in the air, affecting precipitation and temperature.

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What is the water cycle?

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The continuous movement of water through evaporation, condensation, and precipitation.

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What is a high pressure system?

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An area where the atmospheric pressure is higher than the surrounding areas, usually associated with clear skies.