Air Masses Flashcards

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When an air mass moves over a warm area, what happens to the :temp, stability and RH
When an air mass moves over a cold area, what happens to the :temp, stability and RH

A

Warm: becomes warmer, unstable and RH decreases
Cold: becomes colder, more stable and RH increases

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How are the following conditions in stable vs unstable air masses
1-vis, 2-cloud, 3-precip, 4-wind, 5-flying conditions

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Stable: 1-poor, 2-stratiform, 3-steady rain/drizzle, 4-steady, light, 5-smooth
Unstable: 1-good, 2-Cu, 3-showers, 4-gusty, 5-turbulent

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