Which of the following sets of conditions would produce a cumulus cloud with the lowest base?
A)air temperature 90°F,dew point temperature 50°F
B)air temperature 90°F,dew point temperature 40°F
C)air temperature 90°F,dew point temperature 60°F
D)air temperature 90°F,dew point temperature 20°F
E)air temperature 90°F,dew point temperature 10°F

Question

Which of the following sets of conditions would produce a cumulus cloud with the lowest base?
A)air temperature 90°F,dew point temperature 50°F
B)air temperature 90°F,dew point temperature 40°F
C)​air temperature 90°F,dew point temperature 60°F
D)​air temperature 90°F,dew point temperature 20°F
E)​air temperature 90°F,dew point temperature 10°F

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The base of a cumulus cloud forms where the air temperature equals the dew point temperature. A higher dew point indicates more moisture in the air, leading to a lower cloud base. Option C has the highest dew point temperature (60°F), resulting in the lowest cloud base.

Which of the Following Sets of Conditions Would Produce a Cumulus