Which of the following is FALSE regarding air masses?

A) An air mass initially reflects the characteristics of its source region.
B) They may dominate half the depth of the troposphere.
C) Air masses tend to maintain their original characteristics as they migrate from their source regions.
D) They are homogeneous in terms of temperature and humidity.


C

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