Thunderstorms occur where warm,moist air has absorbed enough heat and moisture to be significantly ____________ than the surrounding air.

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Thunderstorms occur when warm, moist air rises rapidly and cools, creating instability in the atmosphere. Because the warm, moist air is less dense than the surrounding air, it continues to rise, creating a cycle of updrafts and downdrafts that can lead to the formation of thunderstorms.

Thunderstorms Occur Where Warm,moist Air Has Absorbed Enough Heat and Moisture