Which of the following is thought to be necessary for the development of a tornado?
A) a $\underline { \text { horizontally } }$ rotating body of air generated by differences in wind speed between low-level and upper-level air flow
B) a strong updraft
C) a mesocyclone
D) all of the above
E) B and C only

Question

Which of the following is thought to be necessary for the development of a tornado?
A) a $\underline {  \text { horizontally }  }$ rotating body of air generated by differences in wind speed between low-level and upper-level air flow
B) a strong updraft
C) a mesocyclone
D) all of the above
E) B and C only

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

All of the listed factors (A, B, and C) are necessary for the development of a tornado. A horizontally rotating body of air, a strong updraft, and a mesocyclone are all critical components in the formation of tornadoes.

Which of the Following Is Thought to Be Necessary for the Development