Which of the following is a major factor in the formation of a thunderstorm? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

Which of the following is a major factor in the formation of a thunderstorm?
A. High pressure
B. Unstable atmospheric conditions
C. Subsidence
D. Stable atmospheric conditions
Answer: Option B
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Thunderstorms form when there is atmospheric instability, meaning warm, moist air near the surface is forced to rise, leading to convection, condensation, and the development of cumulonimbus clouds.

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