6B Unit 2 Weather Test Study Questions

Front

What occurs when a warm front passes through an area?

Back

The temperature rises and clouds form.

Front

What is a major difference between daily and long-range weather forecasts?

Back

Information contained in a daily forecast is more accurate than the information in a long range forecast.

Front

What describes the air behind a cold front?

Back

The air is colder and drier.

Front

What does a relative humidity of 90% at 72 degrees indicate?

Back

The amount of water vapor in the air is 90% of what the air can hold.

Front

What can be concluded if the dew point equals the air temperature?

Back

The air is saturated with water vapor.

Front

What is a warm front?

Back

A warm front is the boundary where warm air replaces cold air, often leading to rising temperatures and cloud formation.

Front

What is a cold front?

Back

A cold front is the boundary where cold air replaces warm air, typically resulting in a drop in temperature and possible precipitation.

Front

What is relative humidity?

Back

Relative humidity is the amount of water vapor present in the air compared to the maximum amount the air can hold at that temperature.

Front

What is dew point?

Back

Dew point is the temperature at which air becomes saturated with moisture and water vapor begins to condense.

Front

What happens to air pressure when a warm front approaches?

Back

Air pressure typically decreases as a warm front approaches.