The downdraft in an ordinary cell thunderstorm is created mainly by ____.
A) the melting of snow in the anvil
B) electrical attraction between the cloud and ground
C) the release of latent heat as water in the cloud freezes
D) evaporating raindrops that make the air cold and heavy

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The downdraft in an ordinary cell thunderstorm is primarily caused by evaporating raindrops, which cool the air. This cooler air becomes denser and heavier, leading to a downward movement or downdraft.

The Downdraft in an Ordinary Cell Thunderstorm Is Created Mainly