The most important process of cloud formation in the atmosphere is ________.
A)cooling by compression of air
B)radiation cooling
C)cooling by expansion of air
D)cooling by release of latent heat of vaporization

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Cloud formation primarily occurs when air is cooled by expansion. As air rises in the atmosphere, it expands due to lower pressure at higher altitudes, which cools the air. This cooling can cause water vapor in the air to condense into cloud droplets or ice crystals, forming clouds.

The Most Important Process of Cloud Formation in the Atmosphere