Microbursts

A) are never accompanied by rain, and are only associated with dust storms.
B) occur in the early stage of thunderstorms when latent heat release is maximized.
C) normally display a "starburst" (radial) damage pattern from rotating winds.
D) are characterized by strong updrafts that can cause airplanes to crash.


C) normally display a "starburst" (radial) damage pattern from rotating winds.

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