Question 1191Navigation General70% to pass
Which cloud type is normally associated with thunderstorms?
AI Explanation
The correct answer is B) Cumulonimbus.
Cumulonimbus clouds are vertically developed clouds that are typically associated with thunderstorms. These clouds can grow to great heights, often reaching the upper troposphere, and can produce heavy rain, lightning, hail, and strong winds. Cumulonimbus clouds are formed by powerful updrafts that carry moisture high into the atmosphere, leading to the development of the characteristic anvil-shaped top.
The other options are incorrect because: A) Cumulus clouds are not typically associated with thunderstorms, C) Cirrus clouds are high-altitude, wispy clouds, and D) Stratus clouds are low-lying, flat clouds that do not typically produce thunderstorms.
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