Weather Maps

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What is a weather map?

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A weather map is a visual representation of the weather conditions in a specific area at a given time, showing elements like temperature, precipitation, and wind.

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What is a warm front?

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A warm front is a boundary where warm air replaces cooler air, often bringing gentle rain and warmer temperatures.

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What is a cold front?

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A cold front is a boundary where cold air replaces warmer air, usually resulting in thunderstorms and a drop in temperature.

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What are cumulus clouds?

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Cumulus clouds are fluffy, white clouds that look like cotton balls and usually indicate fair weather.

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What are stratus clouds?

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Stratus clouds are gray, flat clouds that cover the sky like a blanket and can bring light rain or drizzle.

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What is climate?

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Climate refers to the long-term average of weather patterns in a specific area over many years.

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What is weather?

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Weather describes the short-term atmospheric conditions in a specific place at a specific time, including temperature, humidity, and precipitation.

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What is an occluded front?

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An occluded front occurs when a cold front overtakes a warm front, leading to complex weather patterns and often precipitation.

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What is a stationary front?

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A stationary front is a boundary between two air masses that are not moving, which can lead to prolonged periods of cloudy and rainy weather.

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How do meteorologists predict the weather?

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Meteorologists use weather maps, satellite images, and data from weather stations to analyze and predict weather patterns.