Charge separation

A) results in the top of the cloud having a negative charge.
B) most often occurs in clouds that are not precipitating.
C) results in lightning only if the cloud extends above the freezing level.
D) is not explained by the thermoelectric effect.


Answer: C

Environmental & Atmospheric Sciences

You might also like to view...

In the middle latitudes, atmospheric disturbances occur at the boundary zones separating air masses

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

Environmental & Atmospheric Sciences

Coastal erosion is greatest when the

1.coast has no offshore islands. 2.shore is made of hard rock, such as granite or basalt. 3.coast is only infrequently attacked by large waves. 4.shoreline has a great deal of tidal variation.

Environmental & Atmospheric Sciences

Compare the impact of Christianity, Judaism, and Islam on the physical landscape of Jerusalem. Consider religiously linked attitudes toward the environment and other factors in your essay

What will be an ideal response?

Environmental & Atmospheric Sciences

Maritime polar air masses develop in central Canada

a. True b. False Indicate whether the statement is true or false

Environmental & Atmospheric Sciences