A Large Chunk of Air That Develops Certain Characteristics Because

question 9

Multiple Choice

A large chunk of air that develops certain characteristics because of its location on the planet is called a(n) :

• A) Air mass
• B) Cyclone
• C) Wind event
• D) Dew point
• E) None of these

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Definitions:

Neritic

Relating to the shallow part of the sea near a coast and overlying the continental shelf, characterized by abundant marine life.

Intertidal Zone

The coastal area that is exposed to the air at low tide and submerged at high tide.

High Tide

High tide is the state of the tide when the water reaches its highest level.

Low Tide

The state of the tide when at its lowest level, typically occurring twice a day, which exposes areas of the seabed that are submerged at high tide.