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8 which of the following statements best describes the influence of prevailing winds on climate? air masses that form over land carry trade winds. air masses that form over the oceans carry strong wind currents. air masses that form over the oceans carry moist air. air masses that form over land carry moist air. skip 7/12 complete
Oceans are a major source of moisture. Air masses that form over oceans pick up water - vapor, making them moist. Land - formed air masses are usually drier. Trade winds are not carried by land - formed air masses in the way described. Wind currents are not the best description related to the influence on climate here compared to moisture content.
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Air masses that form over the oceans carry moist air.