Author Question: A small thunderstorm cloud with virga falling out of its base and blowing dust at the ground could ... (Read 155 times)

09madisonrousseau09 · **on:** Jul 13, 2018

A small thunderstorm cloud with virga falling out of its base and blowing dust at the ground could warn of a severe hazard to an airplane because
a. this could be the first indication of a tornado.
b. it is likely that hail will soon begin to fall.
c. this could indicate an intense downdraft or microburst.
d. the airplane could be struck by lightning.
e. a hurricane is close by.

Question 2

Which of the following is the least likely during the passage of a gust front?
a. gusty winds
b. rising surface pressures
c. increase in temperatures
d. enhanced updraft
e. winds rapidly changing direction and speed.