frontogenesis
noun
front·o·gen·e·sis
ˌfrən-tō-ˈje-nə-səs 
: the coming together into a distinct front of two dissimilar air masses that commonly react upon each other to induce cloud and precipitation
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Here, an impressive snow band will set up as a result of frontogenesis, where air masses of different temperatures lead to convergence and rapid ascent of air.
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Matthew Cappucci, Washington Post, 6 Mar. 2018
Matthew Cappucci, Washington Post, 6 Mar. 2018
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“Frontogenesis.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/frontogenesis. Accessed 25 Apr. 2024.
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