Cloud formation and dissipation happens so often the the only time we really notice is when cloud droplets collide with each other and become too large to be held up by the air mass they are in and...

All objects no matter how big or small whose temperature is above absolute zero emit radiation. Absolute zero is the temperature in which all molecular activity comes to a stop. Even though...

As an air mass begins to move out of its source region, there are modifications that take place. These modifications change the stability of the air mass and the laws of physics apply when it comes...

Primary Air Masses In North America There are four primary air masses that impact the weather in North America. Continental Polar and Tropical air masses and the Maritime Polar and Tropical Air...

There are a total of six air masses that effect the weather in the United States. There are four primary air masses that impact the weather in North America year round and two air masses that are...

The solar system is a group of planets that orbit the Sun. The weather on each planet depends on its distance from the sun and the movement of the gasses in the atmosphere of each planet. The...