Science Flashcards
Dense cold air mass forces warm air upward is a ___ front
cold front
Cold fronts typically bring short, intense precipitation.
What type of front brings light precipitation?
warm front
Warm fronts are associated with gradual temperature increases and extended light rain.
Warm air slides over colder air mass is a ____ front
warm front
This type of front moves more slowly than cold fronts.
True or False: Cold fronts move quickly.
True
Cold fronts advance rapidly compared to warm fronts.
What type of weather does a cold front cause?
heavy thunderstorms
The rapid lifting of warm air can lead to severe weather conditions.
What happens to temperatures after a cold front passes?
Cooler temps
The passage of a cold front typically results in a drop in temperature.
What is the characteristic of a warm front in terms of movement?
Moves slowly
Warm fronts have a more gradual approach compared to cold fronts.