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saliriagwu

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on: Jul 13, 2018
In the valleys of central and southern California, dry, sinking air produces an inversion that inhibits the development of towering cumulus clouds during the summer. Hence, in these regions, thunderstorms are most frequent in winter and spring, particularly when cold, moist, conditionally unstable air aloft moves over moist, mild surface air.
   a. True
   b. False

Question 2

Thunderstorms are a common phenomenon in areas dominated by subtropical highs.
   a. True
   b. False


Kimmy

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Reply #1 on: Jul 13, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANSWER: True

Answer to Question 2

ANSWER: False


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