Due to rapid condensation, it rains suddenly over a small region very heavily. This is known as ___________.

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The correct option is C
Cloudburst

Due to rapid condensation, it rains suddenly over a small region at a rate of $100 m m$ per hour or more, sometimes creating floods. This is known as cloudburst.

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Due to rapid condensation, it rains suddenly over a small region very heavily. This is known as ___________.

The correct option is C Cloudburst Due to rapid condensation, it rains suddenly over a small region at a rate of 100mm per hour or more, sometimes creating floods. This is known as cloudburst.

The correct option is C
Cloudburst

Due to rapid condensation, it rains suddenly over a small region at a rate of $100 m m$ per hour or more, sometimes creating floods. This is known as cloudburst.