Warm Front/ Cold Front

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What is a warm front?

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A warm front is the boundary where a warm air mass replaces a cold air mass, often bringing light rain and warmer temperatures.

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What is a cold front?

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A cold front is the boundary where a cold air mass moves into a warm air mass, usually resulting in heavy rain or thunderstorms.

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What type of weather is typically associated with high pressure?

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High pressure usually brings clear skies and calm weather.

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What happens to temperature when a cold front passes?

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The temperature typically drops when a cold front passes.

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What type of precipitation is common during a cold front?

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Heavy rain or heavy snow is common during a cold front.

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What is an occluded front?

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An occluded front occurs when a cold front overtakes a warm front, leading to complex weather patterns.

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What is a stationary front?

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A stationary front is a boundary between air masses that is not moving, often leading to prolonged periods of cloudy and rainy weather.

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How does a warm front affect temperature?

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A warm front usually causes temperatures to rise as warm air moves in.

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What type of air mass is Maritime Tropical?

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Maritime Tropical air is warm, moist air that forms over warm ocean waters.

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What type of air mass is Continental Polar?

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Continental Polar air is cold, dry air that forms over land in polar regions.