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Incorrect. Cold, dry air typically comes from the North while warm, moist air comes from the South.
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Incorrect. While this does provide energy for air movement and weather, winter storms get their energy directly from the air masses that combine to create the frontal boundary.
Correct! Wind chill only affects living things.
Incorrect. Wind chill is based on the rate of heat loss from exposed skin such as that of a person or animal. It has no effect on non-living things.
Correct! Since snow forms in the clouds, where temperature is below 32°F, even if ground temperatures are warmer snow will still fall.
Incorrect. It has been known to snow with temperatures in the mid 40s. Temperatures are below 32°F up in the clouds where the snow is forming.
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