Q. Which of the following factor/s is/are responsible for cloud bursts?
1.High temperature
2.Slow winds in the region
3.High cloud cover
Select the correct answer using the codes given below;

[A] .1 only

[B] 2 and 3 only

[C] 1 and 3 only

[D] .1, 2 and 3

Answer: B
Notes:

A cloudburst refers to an extreme amount of rain that happens in a short period, sometimes accompanied by hail and thunder.

Conditions during Cloudburst: The relative humidity and cloud cover are at the maximum level with low temperature and slow winds because of which a high amount of clouds may get condensed at a very rapid rate and result in a cloudburst.

Source: Indian Express

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