Question

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what are the characteristics of a severe thunderstorm? select the two correct answers.
a. a rotating funnel cloud
b. hail measuring 0.75 inches or more in diameter
c. a large volume of rising water
d. wind speeds of at least 58 miles per hour

Explanation:

To determine the characteristics of a severe thunderstorm, we analyze each option:

• Option A: A rotating funnel cloud is a characteristic of a tornado, not a severe thunderstorm.
• Option B: Hail measuring 0.75 inches or more in diameter is one of the criteria for a severe thunderstorm.
• Option C: A large volume of rising water is related to floods, not severe thunderstorms.
• Option D: Wind speeds of at least 58 miles per hour (or 93 km/h) is another criterion for a severe thunderstorm.

Answer:

B. Hail measuring 0.75 inches or more in diameter
D. Wind speeds of at least 58 miles per hour