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What is Cold Front?

A cold front is the leading edge of a cold air mass that replaces a warmer air mass. It is typically associated with sudden drops in temperature, thunderstorms, and heavy rain as the colder air forces the warmer air upward.

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A very cold high pressure that originates over the Arctic Ocean.

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The percentage of water vapor in the air relative to the maximum amount of water vapor the air can hold at a given temperature.

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