Which of the following describes the conditions when ordinary thunderstorms, which last about one hour only, begin to dissipate?

A. The downdraft spreads throughout the cloud and cuts off the updraft.
B. All precipitation particles in the cloud turn to ice.
C. Solar heating at the ground begins to decrease.
D. Lightning neutralizes all the electrical charge in the cloud.


Answer: A

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