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What is the primary reason why Single-Cell Thunderstorms dissipate fairly quickly?
Because the precipitation-induced Downdrafts cut off the Updrafts
How does a Thunderstorm form large Hail?
Strong downdrafts in the storm accelerate the speed of the hail towards the Earth, allowing the hail to grow through collision and coalescence
When does the Mature Stage of a Thunderstorm begin?
When precipitation contacts the Earth's Surface
Why do Squall Line Thunderstorms form?
Lifting Action is produced by a Front that can run for hundreds of miles
How does a Supercell thunderstorm differ from a Single Cell Thunderstorm?
Supercell thunderstorms are able to grow extremely large and last for many hours
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