Predicting Weather Pretest

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6th Grade
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1.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is a cold front?
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A cold front occurs when a cold air mass moves forward, pushing warm air up quickly, often resulting in stormy weather and thunder.
2.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is a warm front?
Back
A warm front happens when a warm air mass advances over a cooler air mass, leading to better weather with clear skies and warm temperatures.
3.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is a front in meteorology?
Back
A front is the boundary between two different air masses that collide.
4.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What type of weather is associated with high-pressure areas?
Back
High-pressure areas typically bring clear, sunny weather.
5.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What happens to air in high-pressure systems?
Back
In high-pressure systems, air sinks, which allows for clear skies.
6.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What happens to air in low-pressure systems?
Back
In low-pressure systems, air rises, causing clouds and rainy weather to form.
7.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is a stationary front?
Back
A stationary front occurs when two air masses meet but neither advances, often leading to prolonged periods of cloudy or rainy weather.
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