Question 14
WeatherWhich of the following types of rainfall occurs when airmasses of different characteristics meet and their air mixes?
- A.Convectional rainfall
- B.Relief rainfall
- C.Orographic rainfall
- D.Frontal rainfall
Show the answer and explanation
Answer: D (Frontal rainfall)
Explanation
Where warm and cold air masses meet (a front) the warm air rises over the cold air and gives frontal (cyclonic) rain.