Which one of the following is applicable to collision-coalescence process of precipitation? A) Clouds which do not extend beyond the freezing level B) Clouds which extend beyond the freezing level C) All types of clouds D) Cirrocumulus cloud

Which one of the following is applicable to collision-coalescence process of precipitation? A) Clouds which do not extend beyond the freezing level B) Clouds which extend beyond the freezing level C) All types of clouds D) Cirrocumulus cloud

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Chapter20: Atmospheric Effects

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Which one of the following is applicable to collision-coalescence process of precipitation?

A) Clouds which do not extend beyond the freezing level

B) Clouds which extend beyond the freezing level

C) All types of clouds

D) Cirrocumulus cloud

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