An ordinary thunderstorm is a
A) thunderstorm that does not produce lightning or thunder.
B) thunderstorm that has a tilted updraft and downdraft.
C) scattered or isolated storm that is not severe.
D) thunderstorm that does not produce hail.

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An ordinary thunderstorm is a scattered or isolated storm that is not severe. It typically lasts less than an hour and does not produce significant hail or strong winds. While it does produce lightning and thunder, these are not necessarily severe. Option A is incorrect because thunderstorms always produce lightning and thunder. Option B is incorrect because a tilted updraft and downdraft are characteristics of a supercell thunderstorm. Option D is incorrect because hail is a possible but not essential characteristic of a thunderstorm.

An Ordinary Thunderstorm Is a