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Vocab 7.2
Term | Definition |
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High-pressure system | A large body of circulating wind with high pressure at its center and lower pressure outside of the system |
Low-pressure system | A large body of circulating wind with low pressure at its center and higher pressure outside of the system |
Air masses | Large bodies of air with distinct temperature and moisture characteristics |
Front | A boundary between two air masses |
Tornado | A violent, whirling column of air in contact with the ground |
Hurricane | An intense tropical storm with winds exceeding 119km/h |
Blizzard | A violent winter storm characterized by freezing temperatures, strong winds, and blowing snow |