Meteorology · Air Masses
An air mass classified 'mP' (maritime polar) is:
- AWarm and dry
- BCool and moist✓ Correct
- CHot and dry
- DWarm and moist
Explanation
Air masses are labeled by moisture (maritime m / continental c) and source-region temperature (polar P / tropical T). Maritime polar is cool and moist; continental tropical (cT) is hot and dry; maritime tropical (mT) warm and moist.
Authority: Bowditch (Pub. No. 9), air masses
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