Weather Fronts

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What is a Warm Front?

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A Warm Front is a boundary where a warm air mass replaces a cold air mass, often bringing gradual increases in temperature and precipitation.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

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What direction does weather typically travel in the United States?

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Weather typically travels from West to East in the United States.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

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What weather can you expect when a Stationary Front is present?

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You can expect cloudy or rainy weather for several days in a row when a Stationary Front is present.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

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What does a Low Pressure Area indicate on a weather map?

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A Low Pressure Area indicates that the weather is likely to be stormy or rainy.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

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What is a Cold Front?

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A Cold Front is a boundary where a cold air mass moves under and pushes out a warmer air mass, often leading to sudden temperature drops and storms.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

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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 precipitation.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

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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, often resulting in prolonged cloudy or rainy weather.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

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What type of weather is associated with a Cold Front?

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Cold Fronts are often associated with thunderstorms, heavy rain, and a drop in temperature.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

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What happens to temperature when a Warm Front passes?

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When a Warm Front passes, the temperature usually rises as warm air replaces cooler air.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

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What is the symbol for a Cold Front on a weather map?

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The symbol for a Cold Front is a blue line with triangles pointing in the direction of the front's movement.