Thunderstorm Quiz

Which of the following is a necessary condition for the formation of a thunderstorm?

• A stable atmosphere

• A source of moisture

• Low humidity

• Calm winds

What role does the lifting of the air mass play in thunderstorm formation?

• It stabilizes the atmosphere

• It cools the air

• It helps in cloud formation

• It reduces moisture

Why is an unstable atmosphere important for thunderstorms?

• It prevents cloud formation

• It allows air to rise rapidly

• It decreases air pressure

• It increases humidity

Why is humid air lifted in the atmosphere?

• It is denser than dry air

• It is less dense than dry air

• It is warmer than dry air

• It is cooler than dry air

What happens to humid air as it rises in the atmosphere?

• It becomes warmer and forms ice

• It cools and forms water droplets or clouds

• It remains the same and forms fog

• It heats up and forms rain

What is needed to lift air into cooler regions in the atmosphere?

• A mechanism

• A vacuum

• A fan

• A heater

Which of the following can push up warmer air?

• Cold fronts

• Hot springs

• Deserts

• Mountains

What are the two major types of thunderstorms?

• Air-Mass Thunderstorms and Frontal Thunderstorms

• Tropical Storms and Cyclones

• Tornadoes and Hurricanes

• Monsoons and Blizzards

What causes air-mass thunderstorms to occur?

• Unequal heating of Earth's surface

• Equal heating of Earth's surface

• High pressure systems

• Low humidity levels

During which time of day are air-mass thunderstorms most common?

• Morning

• Afternoon and evening

• Midnight

• Early morning