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DelorasTo

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Lightning is very common in thunderstorms. Lightning results from
 
  A) an imbalance in energy.
  B) a separation of electrical charge within the cloud.
  C) air expansion.
  D) rising warm updrafts.

Question 2

The downdraft in a thunderstorm is strengthened as
 
  A) warm moist air sinks in the thunder cell.
  B) dry air is drawn into the cloud, raindrops evaporate, and the air chills.
  C) cold moist air condenses.
  D) precipitation particles grow and fall.


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Reply #1 on: Jul 29, 2018
Answer to Question 1

Answer: B

Answer to Question 2

Answer: B


DelorasTo

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Reply 2 on: Jul 29, 2018
Excellent

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