What is the name of the phenomenon where there is a line of intense thunderstorms with heavy rain, hail, and damaging winds? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

What is the name of the phenomenon where there is a line of intense thunderstorms with heavy rain, hail, and damaging winds?
A. Squall line
B. Derecho
C. Tornado
D. Supercell
Answer: Option B
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
A derecho is a widespread, long-lived wind storm associated with a line of severe thunderstorms (squall line) that produces damaging winds over a large area.

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