Thunderstorms and Tornadoes

This is a violent weather event accompanied by lightning, thunder, strong winds, and rain.

• monsoon
• shower
• tornadoe
• thunderstorm

In order for thunderstorms to form, air must be __________.

• Stable
• Wet
• Unstable
• Cold

What kind of cloud is associated with a thunderstorm?

• cumulonimbus
• cumulus
• stratus
• nimbus

In which type of thunderstorm is warm air pushed up and over cold air?

• Cold Front Thunderstorm
• Warm Air Thunderstorm
• Immature Thunderstorm
• Mature Thunderstorm

Which type of thunderstorm may last for several hours?

• Cold Front Thunderstorm
• Warm Air Thunderstorm
• Immature Thunderstorm
• Mature Thunderstorm

Which type of thunderstorm may last for less than an hour?

• Cold Front Thunderstorm
• Warm Air Thunderstorm
• Immature Thunderstorm
• Mature Thunderstorm

Which type of thunderstorm is caused by the uneven heating of Earth's surface?

• Cold Front Thunderstorm
• Dissipating Thunderstorm
• Warm Air Thunderstorm
• Accumulating Thunderstorm

Which type of thunderstorm is likely to cause tornadoes and hail?

• Cold Front Thunderstorm
• Dissipating Thunderstorm
• Warm Air Thunderstorm
• Accumulating Thunderstorm

Which type of thunderstorm is usually less violent?

• Cold Front Thunderstorm
• Dissipating Thunderstorm
• Warm Air Thunderstorm
• Accumulating Thunderstorm

Which type of thunderstorm is usually occurs during the Spring and Fall.

• Cold Front Thunderstorm
• Dissipating Thunderstorm
• Warm Air Thunderstorm
• Accumulating Thunderstorm