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What is continental tropical air mass?

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A continental tropical air mass is a warm, dry air mass that forms over land.

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Where does a continental air mass form?

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A continental air mass forms over land.

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What is continental polar air mass?

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A continental polar air mass is a cold, dry air mass that forms over land.

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What is maritime polar air mass?

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A maritime polar air mass is a cool, humid air mass that forms over oceans.

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What is maritime tropical air mass?

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A maritime tropical air mass is a warm, humid air mass that forms over oceans.

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Define 'air mass'.

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

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What are the characteristics of a warm air mass?

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Warm air masses are typically associated with higher temperatures and can be humid or dry.

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What are the characteristics of a cold air mass?

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Cold air masses are typically associated with lower temperatures and can be humid or dry.

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What does 'maritime' refer to in meteorology?

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'Maritime' refers to air masses that form over oceans and are usually humid.

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What does 'continental' refer to in meteorology?

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'Continental' refers to air masses that form over land and are usually dry.