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How do air masses form? What are their general characteristics?
 
  What will be an ideal response?

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When the Sun is active (e.g. more sunspots and eruptions), the thermosphere increases in altitude.
 
  Indicate whether the statement is true or false



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Answer to Question 1

An air mass is a volume of air defined by its temperature and vapor content. An air mass is homogeneous mix of temperature, humidity, and stability, which initially reflect the characteristics of its source region.

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TRUE




corkyiscool3328

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Reply 2 on: Jul 14, 2018
Great answer, keep it coming :)


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YES! Correct, THANKS for helping me on my review

 

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