Geography World Geography

Q. What is the “cloud burst”? It is

A
An abnormal heavy downpour of rain
B
The states of sky with respect to clouds
C
The disintergration of a huge cloud mass
D
Breaking up of clouds by high mountain ranges

Correct Answer

An abnormal heavy downpour of rain

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