What is the name of the phenomenon where two air masses meet but neither moves? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

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What is the name of the phenomenon where two air masses meet but neither moves?

A. Cold front

B. Warm front

C. Stationary front

D. Occluded front

Answer: Option C

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A stationary front is the boundary between two air masses where neither is moving, often resulting in prolonged periods of cloudy, rainy weather.

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Correct Answer: Option C

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Correct Answer: Option B

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