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Description: North America cP and mT air masses – most important, especially east of the Rockies North America (east of Rocky Mountains) Continental polar (cP) Responsible for lake-effect snows cP air mass crosses the Great Lakes Air picks up moisture from the lakes Snow occurs on the leeward shores of the lakes From northern Canada and interior of Alaska Winter – brings cold, dry air Summer – brings cool relief Picture Stats: Views: 343 Filesize: 1.48MB Height: 766 Width: 1350 Source: https://biology-forums.com/index.php?action=gallery;sa=view;id=39816 |