Air Masses!

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What is an air mass?

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An air mass is a large body of air that has uniform temperature and humidity characteristics. It forms over a specific area and takes on the properties of that area.

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How do we characterize an air mass that forms over the ocean?

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Wet

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How do we characterize an air mass that forms over land?

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Dry

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What type of air mass is typically warm and humid?

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Maritime tropical air mass.

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What type of air mass is typically cold and dry?

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Continental polar air mass.

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What is a maritime polar air mass?

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A maritime polar air mass is a type of air mass that is wet and cold, forming over cold ocean waters.

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What is a continental tropical air mass?

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A continental tropical air mass is a warm and dry air mass that forms over land in warm regions.

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What are the two main characteristics used to classify air masses?

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Temperature and humidity.

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What type of air mass would you find at air mass B if it is described as warm and humid?

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Warm, humid.

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What is the difference between maritime and continental air masses?

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Maritime air masses form over oceans and are typically moist, while continental air masses form over land and are typically dry.