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Why can layered clouds be more likely in a stable atmosphere?

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Correct answer: Because vertical mixing is weak and horizontal spreading is greater

Correct answer: A. Atmospheric stability means that a displaced air parcel tends to return toward its original level or does not continue rising freely. Therefore, strong vertical cloud growth is restricted. If moist air is lifted gently over a broad area, it can cool and condense while spreading mainly sideways, producing a relatively extensive layered or stratiform cloud. Such clouds may give prolonged, fairly uniform precipitation when conditions are suitable. B is wrong because stability does not mean an explosion. C is wrong because stability strongly affects the vertical form of clouds. D is wrong because stable air can contain moisture; moisture may condense if cooling reaches saturation. Memory cue: “Stable air spreads; unstable air rises.” This is a useful general guide, not an absolute rule for every cloud.

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Stable AtmosphereLayered CloudsStratusVertical MixingClouds And PrecipitationWater In The AtmosphereGeographyClass 12 Mcq

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