Question 30
WeatherThe type of rainfall characterized by torrential downpour in the tropics or during summers in the temperate interiors is called
- A.convectional rainfall
- B.frontal rainfall
- C.orographic rainfall
- D.cyclonic rainfall
Show the answer and explanation
Answer: A (convectional rainfall)
Explanation
Strong surface heating makes moist air rise rapidly, giving short, heavy convectional downpours.