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An air mass that has moved over a warm surface is likely to become:

When an air mass moves over a warmer surface, the lower layers of the air become heated and rise, increasing instability. This often leads to cumulus cloud form

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Question: An air mass that has moved over a warm surface is likely to become:

Answer options:

  • More stable with haze and fog ✅ Less stable with cumulus clouds and turbulent air
  • Unchanged in stability with no significant weather
  • A high-pressure system with widespread clear skies

Correct answer: Less stable with cumulus clouds and turbulent air

Explanation: When an air mass moves over a warmer surface, the lower layers of the air become heated and rise, increasing instability. This often leads to cumulus cloud formation, turbulence, and potential for showery precipitation.

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