High and Low Pressure Systems

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What is a low pressure system represented by on a weather map?

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What type of weather does a high pressure system bring?

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Happy, sunny clear weather.

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What type of weather does a low pressure system bring?

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Lousy, cold, rainy weather.

Front

Can high pressure systems hold more or less water than low pressure systems?

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Less.

Front

Can low pressure air hold more or less water than high pressure air?

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More.

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What is the general effect of high pressure systems on clouds?

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They usually lead to clear skies.

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What is the general effect of low pressure systems on clouds?

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They often lead to cloud formation and precipitation.

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What happens to air pressure as altitude increases?

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Air pressure decreases.

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What is the relationship between temperature and air pressure?

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As temperature increases, air pressure decreases.

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What type of weather is associated with a cold front?

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Thunderstorms and heavy rain.