Airmass classification
Term · Meteorology and atmospheric science · MLC-T-MET-003410
A system for categorizing large bodies of air based on their source region and thermal and moisture properties. Common classifications include polar, tropical, arctic, and equatorial, further subdivided by continental or maritime origin. This categorization provides a framework for understanding the general weather characteristics associated with different air types.
| Identifier | MLC-T-MET-003410 |
|---|---|
| Field | Meteorology and atmospheric science |
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