06 8R Weather, Air Masses and Fronts FLASHCARD

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What causes winds?

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air pressure

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Low pressure will usually bring what kind of weather?

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Stormy

Front

In a high pressure area, the weather will likely be

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cooler and clear skies

Front

High air pressure is...

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Cooler, more dense air

Front

The model to the left shows a __________ front, which is moving toward the _____________.

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cold front, which is moving toward the east or south east

Front

This is the symbol for which type of front?

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warm front

Front

Which type of front is near Seattle?

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cold front

Front

Type of air at air mass A?

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cold, moist

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Type of air at air mass D?

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cold, dry

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What is the boundary where air masses meet called?

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front