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No the mass of air is a function of the thickness of the atmosphere.

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Q: Do air masses form over an area and take on the characteristics?
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What are the characteristics of air masses that form over polar area?

they are vey cold and dry.


What do continental masses form over?

Continental Masses form over Land.


What do maritime Masses form over?

Maritime Masses form over water.


What do maritime masses form?

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Can air masses be on ocean?

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