Why Has Doppler Radar Been Very Valuable in Preventing Loss

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Multiple Choice

Why has Doppler radar been very valuable in preventing loss of life by tornadoes?

• A) It can detect development of thunderstorm rotation and mesocyclone formation associated with tornadoes.
• B) It can detect the speed of a thunderstorm to allow accurate forecasting of arrival time of a tornado and its track.
• C) It can "see through" heavy rain and directly image tornadoes embedded in thunderstorms with heavy rain.
• D) It can detect hail moving through the thunderstorm, allowing hail forecasts and its association with tornadoes.

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