One of the reasons why tornado frequency is lower in Europe than in North America is
A)the Gulf Stream encourages the clash or warm and cold air.
B)east west trending mountains inhibit the clash of warm and cold air.
C)lower population densities and storm reporting capabilities.
D)higher than normal temperatures due to the presence of the Gulf Stream.

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While the Gulf Stream does bring warm air to Europe, the presence of east-west trending mountains such as the Alps and Pyrenees inhibit the clash of warm and cold air necessary for tornado formation. Lower population densities and storm reporting capabilities may contribute to underreporting of tornadoes in Europe but are not significant factors in explaining the lower frequency. Higher than normal temperatures due to the Gulf Stream may contribute to severe weather in Europe but do not necessarily lead to an increase in tornadoes.

One of the Reasons Why Tornado Frequency Is Lower in Europe