Practice Air Masses (9.1.5.4) - ATMOSPHERIC CIRCULATION AND WEATHER SYSTEMS

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Question 1.
What is an air mass?
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Question 2.
Name one source region for air masses.
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3Question 3.
What is the primary characteristic of an air mass?
- Temperature only
- Humidity only
- Both temperature and humidity
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Think about what forms an air mass.
4Question 4.
True or False: Air masses can only form over water bodies.
- True
- False
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Consider the different types of air masses.
Question 5.
Analyze the impact of air masses during a summer storm and explain how the interaction of different air masses contributes to severe weather.
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Consider the characteristics of each air mass.
Question 6.
Design a mini-experiment to observe and predict the weather changes when a cold front approaches your area. What indicators should you measure?
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Think about tools like thermometers, barometers, and hygrometers.

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