Air Masses

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1.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is an air mass?
Back
An air mass is a large body of air that has uniform temperature and humidity characteristics.
2.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
How do we characterize an air mass that forms over land?
Back
Dry.
3.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
How do we characterize an air mass that forms over the ocean?
Back
Wet.
4.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is a maritime air mass?
Back
A maritime air mass is an air mass that forms over oceans and is typically moist.
5.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is a continental air mass?
Back
A continental air mass is an air mass that forms over land and is typically dry.
6.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What are the two main factors used to name air masses?
Back
Humidity and temperature.
7.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What type of air mass is warm and moist?
Back
Maritime Tropical.
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