Weather Review

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What type of air mass forms over land?

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Continental air mass forms over land and is typically dry.

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Describe a tropical air mass.

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A tropical air mass is warm and usually moist.

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What kind of pressure is associated with cold air?

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High pressure is associated with cold air because it is more dense.

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What is a weather prediction?

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A weather prediction is a forecast about future weather conditions.

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What is a navigational instrument for finding directions?

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A compass is a navigational instrument used to find directions.

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What type of air mass forms over oceans?

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Maritime air mass forms over oceans and is typically moist.

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What is the difference between polar and tropical air masses?

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Polar air masses are cold, while tropical air masses are warm.

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What instrument measures atmospheric pressure?

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A barometer measures atmospheric pressure.

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What is the term for a large body of air with uniform temperature and humidity?

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An air mass is a large body of air with uniform temperature and humidity.

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What type of weather is associated with low pressure systems?

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Low pressure systems are often associated with cloudy and rainy weather.