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Air Masses & Weather Fronts

Air Masses & Weather Fronts

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Science, Geography

8th Grade

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Hard

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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

What are the two main characteristics that define an air mass?

Back

Temperature and water vapor content (humidity).

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the symbol for maritime polar air mass?

Back

mP

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

How many different types of air masses are found in the United States?

Back

4

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What type of air mass is typically associated with cold, dry conditions?

Back

Continental polar (cP).

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What type of air mass is typically warm and humid?

Back

Maritime tropical (mT).

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the symbol for a warm front?

Back

The symbol for a warm front is a line with semicircles pointing in the direction of movement.

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