Match List –I with List –II


Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

Correct option is C

The correct answer is: (c), A-III, B-I, C-IV, D-II

Air Masses
Air masses refer to large bodies of air with relatively uniform temperature, humidity, and stability characteristics that cover vast geographic areas. These masses of air typically form over regions with consistent surface conditions, such as oceans or large landmasses.
Air masses based in source regions
• • • 1. Warm tropical and subtropical oceans
2. Subtropical hot deserts
3. Cold high latitude oceans
4. Very cold snow-covered continents in high latitudes
5. Permanently ice covered continents in Arctic and Antarctica.



Types of Air Masses
1. Continental Polar (cP) These air masses originate over cold, dry land areas, such as the interior of continents. As they move, they retain their cold and dry characteristics, leading to stable atmospheric conditions and often clear skies.
2. Continental Tropical (cT) Continental tropical air masses form over warm, dry land areas, such as deserts. They are characterized by high temperatures and low humidity.
3. Maritime Polar (mP) Maritime polar air masses develop over cold oceanic regions, such as the North Atlantic or North Pacific Ocean.
4. Maritime Tropical (mT) Maritime tropical air masses form over warm ocean waters, such as the Gulf of Mexico or the Caribbean Sea. They are warm and moist, carrying moisture and heat as they move over land
5. Arctic/Antarctic (A) These air masses originate over the polar regions, such as the Arctic or Antarctic. They are extremely cold and dry, with temperatures often well below freezing.