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The air gets heated, becomes light, and rises up. As the air rises, it expands and temperature drops, and subsequently, cumulus clouds are formed. Heavy rainfall with lightning and thunder takes place which does not last long. Which of the following rainfall describes the above statements?

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Orographic rainfall

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Convectional rainfall

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Frontal rainfall

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Cyclonic rainfall

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Solution

The correct option is B Convectional rainfall
 The statement perfectly describes the convectional rainfall as observed frequently in low-pressure areas where the winds converge. Eg. Equator.

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