Air Masses and Fronts

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What is an air mass?

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A large body of air with about the same temperature and humidity throughout.

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What is a warm front?

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A warm air mass meets a colder air mass and slowly rises over it.

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What is an occluded front?

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A warm air mass gets caught between two cold air masses, causing the warm air to rise.

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What is a stationary front?

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A front where two air masses meet and stop moving.

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What is a cold front?

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A cold air mass bumps against a warm air mass.

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What happens when a warm front passes?

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Temperatures rise and clouds form, often leading to steady rain.

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What happens when a cold front passes?

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Temperatures drop and thunderstorms may occur.

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What is the role of humidity in air masses?

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Humidity affects the moisture content and weather conditions associated with an air mass.

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How do air masses influence weather?

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Air masses bring specific weather conditions based on their temperature and humidity.

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What is the difference between maritime and continental air masses?

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Maritime air masses are moist and form over oceans, while continental air masses are dry and form over land.