Air Masses

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What are continental air masses?

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Continental air masses are dry air masses that form over land.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

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What are maritime air masses?

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Maritime air masses are humid air masses that form over oceans.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

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What type of air masses form over the Arctic?

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Cold air masses form over the Arctic.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

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What type of air masses form over low latitudes?

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Warm air masses form over low latitudes.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

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What type of air masses form over high latitudes?

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Cold air masses form over high latitudes.

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What is the main characteristic of continental air masses?

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They are dry.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

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What is the main characteristic of maritime air masses?

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They are humid.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

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How do air masses affect weather?

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Air masses can bring different weather conditions depending on their temperature and humidity.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

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What happens when a warm air mass meets a cold air mass?

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It can create weather fronts, leading to precipitation and storms.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

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What is an air mass?

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

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5