WX0403a · Fronts & Squalls (Written)
7 questions · 0 multiple choice · 7 written · ASA 109 Marine Weather — Fronts & Squalls (Written)
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Q1
Very briefly describe Lows, troughs, and fronts, and how their distinctions make a difference underway.
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Q2
Describe where and when squalls form and how they behave.
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Q3
Why is a “squall line” worse than a line of squalls.
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Q4
Describe how you would “see” or detect an approaching cold front compared to how you would detect an approaching warm front.
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Discuss the role of your navigation radar in evaluating squall motion.
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Q6
Discuss how the wind shifts when a front (warm, cold, and occluded) approaches and then passes, and does this vary with the type of front?
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Q7
What wind speeds distinguish storms, gales, hurricanes, and small craft advisories?