If some falling drops evaporate and some reach the ground what effect occurs on rainfall measurement?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: Measured surface rain may be less than water released from cloud
Evaporation in lower air can reduce rain reaching the surface. Exam tip: understand cloud precipitation versus surface rainfall.
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What is the correct answer to this question?
Measured surface rain may be less than water released from cloud
Why is this the correct answer?
Evaporation in lower air can reduce rain reaching the surface. Exam tip: understand cloud precipitation versus surface rainfall.
Which subject and chapter does this question cover?
This is a Class 12 Geography question. Chapter: Water in the Atmosphere. Topic: Clouds and precipitation.