Which of the following conditions describes a mesoscale convective complex?

A. tornadoes that cause a great deal of damage
B. a rapidly rotating tornado cyclone inside a massive thunderstorm
C. a complex display of lightning from distant thunderstorms
D. individual thunderstorms that grow into a large, long-lasting weather system


Answer: D

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