Which of the following occurs in the cumulus stage of an ordinary cell thunderstorm?
A)Hail is common.
B)Thunder and lightning frequently occur.
C)Cool air near the ground rises.
D)Moist air rushes upward and forms an updraft.

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The cumulus stage is the first stage of a thunderstorm and is characterized by the formation of cumulus clouds due to the upward movement of warm, moist air. This upward movement creates an updraft that can be quite strong, leading to the formation of thunderstorms. At this stage, hail is not common, and thunder and lightning may or may not occur. The cool air near the ground does not rise until later stages of the thunderstorm. Therefore, the correct choice is D, as it describes the characteristic feature of the cumulus stage.

Which of the Following Occurs in the Cumulus Stage of an Ordinary