Question

Which of the following are either atmospheric conditions, or formation areas, ideal for supercell thunderstorm development? Choose all that apply. Group of answer choices strong vertical wind shear behind the cold front strong surface convergence a layer of conditionally unstable air up to about 800 mb strong upper-level convergence a layer of cold, dry air aloft a capping inversion high CAPE values PreviousNext

Answer 1

• high CAPE values
• strong vertical wind shear
• strong upper-level divergence

Step-by-step explanation:

A supercell thunderstorm is a type of storm that is characterized by a deep and rotating updraft. Supercells can be quite severe, but tend to last between 2 and 4 hours. These storms are particularly associated with the Great Plains area of the United States and the area known as Tornado Corridor in South America (Argentina, Uruguay and southern Brazil).