In this article we will discuss about the wintertime and summertime air masses of North America. 1. Wintertime Air Masses: i. Continental Polar Air Mass (cP): Continental polar air mass is cold (K), dry and stable (s), and originates over the snow-covered central Canada to the north of 50°-60°N latitude, and Alaska while continental arctic […]
Air Masses of North America | Climatology | Geography
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Essay on Thunderstorms: Definition, Structure and Classification | Geography
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In this essay we will discuss about:- 1. Definition of Thunderstorms 2. Structure of Thunderstorms 3. Conditions 4. Thunderstorms and Weather 5. Classification. Essay # Definition of Thunderstorms: Thunderstorms are local storms characterized by swift upward movement of air and heavy rainfall with cloud thunder and lightning. According to A.N. Strahler “a thunderstorm is an […]
Fronts of Air Masses: Meaning, Creation and Classification | Climatology |Geography
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In this article we will discuss about:- 1. Meaning of Fronts 2. Creation of Fronts 3. Classification 4. Changing Weather. Meaning of Fronts: Front is that sloping boundary which separates two opposing air masses having contrasting characteristics in terms of air temperature, humidity, density, pressure, and wind direction. An extensive transitional zone between two converging […]