Clouds, Pressure, and Fronts Questions

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What are Cirrus clouds?

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Cirrus clouds are high clouds that look like feathers.

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What are Stratus clouds?

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Stratus clouds are thin clouds that often cover the entire sky, giving it a gray appearance.

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What is the likely outcome of a baseball game if the sky is overcast with cumulonimbus clouds?

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The game will most likely be postponed until evening because there will be an afternoon thunderstorm.

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Why is there usually more cloud cover at higher altitudes?

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Water vapor condenses at cooler air temperatures.

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Which city is most likely to experience a cold front first?

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Dayton is most likely to experience the cold front first.

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What are Cumulonimbus clouds?

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Cumulonimbus clouds are tall, dense clouds associated with thunderstorms.

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What is the main characteristic of Cumulus clouds?

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Cumulus clouds are fluffy, white clouds that often look like cotton balls.

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What happens to air pressure as altitude increases?

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Air pressure decreases as altitude increases.

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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.

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What type of weather is typically associated with Stratus clouds?

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Stratus clouds often bring light rain or drizzle.