We know that during the winter, all polar (P) air masses are cold. Which is likely to be colder: a wintertime mP air mass or a wintertime cP air mass? Briefly explain. We expect tropical (T) air masses to be warm, but some are warmer than others. Which should be warmer: a summertime cT air mass or a summertime mT air mass? How did you figure this out?

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