Which of the following is a major factor in the formation of lake-effect snow? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

Which of the following is a major factor in the formation of lake-effect snow?
A. The Atlantic Ocean
B. The Pacific Ocean
C. The Gulf of Mexico
D. The Great Lakes
Answer: Option D
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Lake-effect snow is most common near the Great Lakes in North America, where cold air masses from Canada move over the relatively warm waters of the lakes, producing significant snowfall.

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