Why can't most tornadoes be viewed on existing radars?

A) The tornadoes contain water and are, thus, invisible.
B) The tornadoes are spinning too quickly.
C) The tornadoes have diameters that are too small.
D) The tornadoes are hidden by the parent mesocyclone.
E) The tornadoes have very low pressure, thus creating a vacuum.


Answer: C

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