Author Question: Downbursts from a thunderstorm ____. a. create high surface winds that extend in every direction ... (Read 193 times)

james · **on:** Jul 13, 2018

Downbursts from a thunderstorm ____.
a. create high surface winds that extend in every direction from the center of the burst
b. are a hazard to air traffic but dissipate before reaching the ground
c. can only form from pockets of cold, dry air
d. are most common on the trailing edge of a thundercloud
e. are a wind effect that is not linked to rainfall

Question 2

All of the following reduce the danger posed by lightning EXCEPT ____.
a. do not use running water if inside a home
b. avoid touching metal surfaces if inside a car
c. stay away from open water if outside
d. go to the center of an open field if outside
e. do not touch appliances that are plugged in if inside a home