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What does Air masses?

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Anonymous

12y ago
Updated: 12/31/2022

There are two types of air masses: COLD AIR AND WARM AIR.

Cold Air Masses-

Cold air masses can cause thunderstorms and even tornadoes.

Warm Air Masses-

Warm air masses can bring many hours of steady rain and snow.

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