Meteorology · Air Masses
A continental polar (cP) air mass is characterized as:
- AWarm and moist
- BWarm and dry
- CHot and humid
- DCold and dry✓ Correct
Explanation
Continental polar air originates over cold land at high latitudes and is cold and dry. When it moves over warmer water it is rapidly modified, often producing steam fog and instability showers along its leading edge.
Authority: Bowditch (Pub. No. 9)
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