Which of the following conditions is necessary for a layer of altostratus clouds to change into alt°Cumulus?
A. The cloud layer becomes more stable.
B. The top part of the cloud deck cools while the bottom part warms.
C. The cloud layer mixes.
D. Temperature increases with increasing altitude in the layer.
Answer: B
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