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7. What conditions are necessary for the formation of thunderstorms? (PHAK 12-23
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The formation of thunderstorms requires several specific atmospheric conditions. According to the Pilot's Handbook of Aeronautical Knowledge (PHAK), these conditions include:<br /><br />1. **Moisture**: There must be sufficient moisture in the atmosphere to form clouds and precipitation. This is typically provided by warm, humid air.<br /><br />2. **Unstable Air**: The atmosphere must be unstable, meaning that a parcel of air will continue to rise if it is lifted. This instability allows for the development of strong updrafts necessary for thunderstorm formation.<br /><br />3. **Lifting Mechanism**: There needs to be a mechanism to lift the moist, unstable air. Common lifting mechanisms include surface heating, terrain (such as mountains), fronts, or convergence of air masses.<br /><br />When these conditions are met, the rising air cools and condenses to form cumulonimbus clouds, which can develop into thunderstorms.
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