In studying tornado formation, it is thought that water condensing is a very important driving mechanism for the violent storm because
A) Water condensing takes a lot of energy from the environment.
B) Water condensing provides momentum.
C) Water condensing releases a lot of energy into the environment.
D) Water condensing changes the viscosity of the air which helps the tornado rotate.

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Water condensing releases a significant amount of latent heat into the environment. This release of energy increases the temperature and pressure differences that drive the storm's convection currents, contributing to the tornado's intensity and sustainability.

In Studying Tornado Formation, It Is Thought That Water Condensing