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Class 8 (2026-27)
Pressure, Winds, Storms, and Cyclones
Winds, Storms, and Cyclones
5.
Formation of lightning and thunder
Question:
3
m.
Choose the correct answer:
1
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Breakdown of air
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Air breaks down due to low temperature in the atmosphere
Air breaks down when the difference in electric charge becomes very high
Air breaks down as a result of strong winds during rainy conditions
Air breaks down when clouds move slowly across the sky
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Types of lightning
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Lightning occurs only between clouds and the ground surface
Lightning happens only inside rain clouds
Lightning forms only near tall buildings
Lightning can occur within clouds between clouds or between cloud and ground
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Cause of thunder
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Thunder is produced when lightning heats air rapidly causing sudden expansion
Thunder forms due to falling rain hitting the ground
Thunder is caused by clouds rubbing against each other
Thunder occurs because of strong wind movement
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