An air mass is a large body of air that has uniform temperature and humidity characteristics in the horizontal direction. It typically spans thousands of square kilometers and can extend vertically through the atmosphere. The properties of an air mass are influenced by the region over which it forms, known as its source region. Air masses are classified based on their temperature and moisture content: 1. **Temperature:** - **Tropical (T)** - Warm air masses that originate in the tropics.
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