Unit 4 Review

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What are continental polar air masses?

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Air masses that originate over land in polar regions, characterized by cold and dry conditions.

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Where do continental polar air masses originate?

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They originate over Northern Canada.

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What is a hurricane?

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A storm that forms over warm ocean water and has extremely strong winds.

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What is an occluded front?

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A front that occurs when a warm air mass is caught between two cold air masses.

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How do occluded fronts lead to precipitation?

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They can lead to precipitation as the warm air is lifted and cools, causing moisture to condense.

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What is a stationary front?

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A front that occurs when two air masses are not moving relative to each other.

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How can stationary fronts affect weather?

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They can lead to prolonged periods of rain as the air masses remain in place.

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What are maritime tropical air masses?

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Air masses that originate over warm ocean waters, characterized by warm and humid conditions.

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Where do maritime tropical air masses originate?

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They originate over the Gulf of Mexico.

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What is the significance of air mass origins in weather patterns?

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The origin of an air mass determines its temperature and humidity, influencing local weather.