Weather Fronts

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What is a Low Pressure Area?

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A region where the atmospheric pressure is lower than that of surrounding areas, often associated with stormy weather.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

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What is a High Pressure Area?

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A region where the atmospheric pressure is higher than that of surrounding areas, usually bringing clear skies and calm weather.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-6

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What is a Cold Front?

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A boundary where a cold air mass pushes into a warmer air mass, often leading to thunderstorms.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

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What is a Warm Front?

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A boundary where a warm air mass moves over a cold air mass, typically bringing light rain and warmer temperatures.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

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What is a Stationary Front?

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A situation where two air masses meet but neither is strong enough to replace the other, leading to prolonged weather conditions.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

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What is an Occluded Front?

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A complex weather front formed when a cold front overtakes a warm front, often resulting in mixed weather conditions.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

NGSS.MS-ESS2-6

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In which direction does weather generally travel in the United States?

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Weather typically travels from West to East.

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What type of weather is associated with a Low Pressure Area?

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Stormy and unsettled weather, including rain and strong winds.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

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What type of weather is associated with a High Pressure Area?

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Calm and clear weather, often with sunny skies.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

NGSS.MS-ESS2-6

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What happens when a Cold Front meets a Warm Front?

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The cold air pushes the warm air upwards, which can lead to the formation of clouds and precipitation.

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