The Difference in Saturation Vapor Pressure Between Supercooled Water and Ice

question 5

Multiple Choice

The difference in saturation vapor pressure between supercooled water and ice reaches a maximum at about -12 C.This means that the ice crystal process will be most effective in producing precipitation when cloud temperatures are

• A) much colder than -12 C.
• B) around -12 C.
• C) much warmer than -12 C.

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