Review for test Air Masses and Fronts

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What is an air mass?

Back

An air mass is a large body of air that has uniform temperature and humidity characteristics.

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How do we characterize an air mass that forms near the poles?

Back

Cold

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

Back

Dry

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What is the movement of air in relation to pressure?

Back

Air travels from high pressure to low pressure.

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Where would you find a tropical maritime air mass?

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Over the ocean, near the equator.

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What is a front in meteorology?

Back

A front is formed when a warm air mass meets a cold air mass.

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What type of air mass is characterized by high humidity and warm temperatures?

Back

Tropical maritime air mass.

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What type of air mass is typically dry and cold?

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Continental polar air mass.

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What happens when a cold front moves into an area?

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It can cause thunderstorms and a drop in temperature.

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What is a warm front?

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A warm front occurs when a warm air mass slides over a cold air mass.