Thunderstorms that form on the windward sides of mountains are classified as:

a. convective.
b. frontal.
c. cyclonic.
d. orographic


D

Environmental & Atmospheric Sciences

You might also like to view...

The gas that absorbs most of the harmful ultraviolet radiation in the stratosphere is:

a. water vapor. b. nitrous oxide. c. carbon dioxide. d. ozone. e. chlorofluorocarbons

Environmental & Atmospheric Sciences

Runoff in areas of shale bedrock tends to be less that in areas of gravel because of the high porosity of shale

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

Environmental & Atmospheric Sciences

A large body of air that is characterized by a homogeneity of temperature and moisture at any given level is a(n) ________

Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

Environmental & Atmospheric Sciences

The most common oxidation effect in the lithosphere is ________

A) rusting B) exfoliation C) talus D) scree E) hydrolysis

Environmental & Atmospheric Sciences