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londonang

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Why are raindrops that reach the ground limited to a maximum size of about 5 mm in diameter?
 
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Question 2

Maritime air masses form over landmasses.
 
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vish98

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Reply #1 on: Jul 14, 2018
Answer to Question 1

Drops growing larger than this will break apart from the effects of air friction. The result forms 2 or more smaller drops.

Answer to Question 2

FALSE


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