Understanding Thunderstorms

How many thunderstorms occur worldwide at any given moment?

• About 2,000

• About 1,000

• About 3,000

• About 4,000

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Which type of thunderstorm consists of a cluster of storms?

• Supercell

• Squall line

• Single-cell

• Multi-cell

What is a key feature of squall line thunderstorms?

• They are isolated

• They form a line hundreds of miles long

• They are weak

• They produce tornadoes

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Which type of thunderstorm is known for being the most intense?

• Single-cell

• Multi-cell

• Squall line

• Supercell

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How does the heat from the earth's surface affect thunderstorm formation?

• It cools the surface

• It stabilizes the atmosphere

• It causes water to evaporate

• It creates a downdraft

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What is the height that thunderstorm clouds can grow to?

• As tall as 8 miles

• As tall as 10 miles

• As tall as 5 miles

• As tall as 12 miles

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What triggers the formation of thunderstorms?

• Warm air rising

• Cold air rising

• Warm air sinking

• Cold air sinking

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What is the role of downdrafts in thunderstorm formation?

• Cooling the lower atmosphere

• Heating the upper atmosphere

• Carrying moisture upward

• Pulling moisture downward

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Why are thunderstorms important for the atmosphere?

• They provide sunlight

• They maintain balance

• They reduce pollution

• They increase oxygen levels

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How do thunderstorms help maintain the planet's electrical balance?

• By transferring electrons

• By generating wind

• By producing rain

• By creating clouds

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