What is an air mass?
air masses

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An air mass is a large body of air that has uniform temperature and humidity characteristics, typically formed over a specific region.
2.
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What are the two main types of air masses based on their source region?
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Maritime (formed over oceans) and Continental (formed over land).
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What type of air mass is characterized by warm and humid conditions?
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Maritime Tropical (mT).
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What type of air mass is characterized by cold and dry conditions?
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Continental Polar (cP).
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What type of air mass is typically found in polar regions?
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Polar air masses, which are generally cold.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What type of air mass is associated with warm and dry conditions?
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Continental Tropical (cT).
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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How do maritime air masses differ from continental air masses?
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Maritime air masses are moist and form over oceans, while continental air masses are dry and form over land.
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