High and Low Pressure Systems

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What does a high pressure system indicate on a weather map?

Back

A high pressure system indicates fair weather and clear skies.

Front

What does a low pressure system indicate on a weather map?

Back

A low pressure system indicates stormy weather and precipitation.

Front

Cold air can hold __________ moisture (water) than warm air.

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less

Front

Warm air can hold __________ moisture (water) than cool air.

Back

more

Front

What type of air pressure contains dry air?

Back

High pressure.

Front

What type of weather is typically associated with high pressure areas?

Back

Fair weather and mostly clear skies.

Front

What type of weather is typically associated with low pressure areas?

Back

Stormy weather and precipitation.

Front

What happens to air pressure as altitude increases?

Back

Air pressure decreases as altitude increases.

Front

What is the relationship between temperature and air pressure?

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As temperature increases, air pressure decreases.

Front

What is a cold front?

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A cold front is the leading edge of a cooler mass of air, replacing a warmer mass.