Thunderstorms 101 | National Geographic

What are thunderstorms primarily characterized by?

• Heavy snowfall and blizzards

• Rain showers accompanied by lightning and thunder

• Long periods of drought

• Calm winds and clear skies

Which type of thunderstorm is known for being the most intense and capable of producing tornadoes?

• Single-cell

• Multi-cell

• Squall line

• Supercell

What is the process called when warm air in the lowest layers of the atmosphere rises to form clouds during a thunderstorm?

• Downdraft

• Condensation

• Updraft

• Precipitation

Besides providing life-sustaining rain, how do thunderstorms help maintain the planet's balance?

• They create strong winds that clear pollution.

• They regulate the planet's balance of energy and electricity.

• They cause flash floods that reshape landscapes.

• They cool the Earth's core.