Question

identifying the causes of thunderstorms
thunderstorms require lift to form. which of these factors causes lift in the atmosphere?
○ radiation
○ conduction
○ water vapor
○ convection

Explanation:

To determine the factor causing lift for thunderstorms, we analyze each option:

• Radiation: Energy transfer, not direct lift cause.
• Conduction: Heat transfer through contact, not lift.
• Water vapor: Moisture, not a lifting mechanism.
• Convection: Process where warm, less dense air rises (lift), essential for thunderstorm formation.

Answer:

D. convection