Question

1. list and describe the different types of air masses. type a response show your work

Explanation:

Air masses are large - volume bodies of air with relatively uniform temperature and humidity. There are four main types. Maritime tropical (mT) air masses form over warm ocean waters and are warm and moist. Maritime polar (mP) air masses form over cold ocean waters and are cool and moist. Continental tropical (cT) air masses form over hot, dry land areas and are hot and dry. Continental polar (cP) air masses form over cold, dry land areas and are cold and dry.

Answer:

The four main types of air masses are:

• Maritime tropical (mT): Warm and moist, formed over warm ocean waters.
• Maritime polar (mP): Cool and moist, formed over cold ocean waters.
• Continental tropical (cT): Hot and dry, formed over hot, dry land areas.
• Continental polar (cP): Cold and dry, formed over cold, dry land areas.