LUOA Earth Science Module 7 Latest 2023 100% Pass

LUOA Earth Science Module 7 Latest 2023 100% Pass If an air mass was to undergo an air mass modification it would have to ____________________. stall or slow over a new air mass The original characteristics of an air mass are determined by __________________________. the source area where it formed A warm, humid air mass moves over the middle-south over the United States. Where did it likely originate? the gulf of mexico What symbol would you find on the weather map that would label an air mass that is cold and humid? mP Maritime tropical air mass moves in over cold land. It is very far from its source region. it changes characteristics _______________________________. due to air mass modification What symbol would you find on the weather map that would label an air mass that is warm and dry? cT An air mass that would warm off the East Coast of Canada would be characterized as a ___________________________. maritime polar air mass White or light colors _____________ heat. reflects A very cold air mass that is the same as a Continental air mass is ________________________. an Arctic air mass Black _____________ heat and ________________ it back. absorbs and radiates The winds blow in opposite directions ___________________________. at a stationary front What is the pressure like during an occluded front? it is low Which front has clear skies after it passes? a cold front Cold fronts have what kind of slopes? steep What type of weather is sometimes associated with the front of a cold front? thunderstorms If the stationary front stays in one place too long ________________________. flooding may occur Why do clouds form in front of the cold air front? cold air slides under warmer air causing unstable conditions Warm fronts have what kind of slope? diagonal On a humid day, what type of front do you want to come? a cold front Explain the difference, in at least 3 characteristics, between a cold front and a warm front. Cold front: Cold fronts move in and out quickly, Cold fronts come in as the warmer air masses are leaving, A cold front usually occurs at the end of fall and winter Warm