Meteorology Test Review

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Rain, snow, sleet, and hail are all examples of _____________.

Back

precipitation

Front

A mP (maritime polar) air mass has air that is __________.

Back

moist, cold

Front

Which type of front is in area A?

Back

cold

Front

What type of weather is going on in southern California?

Back

high pressure system, nothing nothing is going on, it's just sunny

Front

How does air move in a low pressure system?

Back

warmer, moist air rises and expands

Front

What is the definition of meteorology?

Back

The scientific study of the atmosphere and weather.

Front

What is a cold front?

Back

A boundary between a cold air mass and a warm air mass, where the cold air pushes under the warm air.

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What is a warm front?

Back

A boundary where a warm air mass replaces a cold air mass.

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What is the water cycle?

Back

The continuous movement of water on, above, and below the surface of the Earth.

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What is humidity?

Back

The amount of water vapor present in the air.