Florida has the highest thunderstorm frequency in the U.S. because
A) the Florida peninsula heats to high temperatures during the day.
B) mT air masses surround the peninsula.
C) frequent, strong cold fronts occur in the Florida area.
D) all of the above
E) A and B only

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The high thunderstorm frequency in Florida is due to the combination of high temperatures during the day, which is caused by the Florida peninsula heating up, and the surrounding moist maritime tropical (mT) air masses. The presence of frequent, strong cold fronts in the Florida area may enhance thunderstorm activity but is not the primary cause for the high frequency.

Florida Has the Highest Thunderstorm Frequency in the U