As Apollo 12 ascended into the atmosphere,the height of the surrounding clouds was noted to be 42,000 feet.A lightning stroke was seen within these clouds,indicating that they must have been
A) cumulus congestus.
B) cumulonimbus.
C) cirrus.
D) cirrocumulus.
E) lenticular.

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Cumulonimbus clouds are the only type of clouds that can produce lightning strikes. They are also known as thunderstorm clouds and can reach heights of up to 60,000 feet. Cumulus congestus and lenticular clouds are not associated with thunderstorms, while cirrus and cirrocumulus clouds are found at much higher altitudes and do not typically produce lightning.

As Apollo 12 Ascended into the Atmosphere,the Height of the Surrounding