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On what basis are air masses classified?
 
  What will be an ideal response?

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Scattering:
 
  A) is the primary mechanism of heat transfer in the atmosphere.
  B) changes the wavelength of light.
  C) prevents nearly half of incoming solar radiation from reaching the surface of the earth.
  D) is responsible for the redness of sunsets.


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Reply #1 on: Jul 14, 2018
Answer to Question 1

Air masses are classified by their source region, the region that provides them with their characteristic temperature and moisture properties.

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YES! Correct, THANKS for helping me on my review

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