Which of the following happens LAST before tornado drops to the ground?
A) formation of a mesocyclone
B) dissipating stage of a thunderstorm
C) influx of unstable air
D) formation of a cold front
E) the rapid rise of air into a cloud

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The formation of a mesocyclone, a rotating column of air within a supercell thunderstorm, is a key precursor to the development of a tornado and typically occurs before a tornado drops to the ground. This process happens after the other listed events, which can contribute to the conditions necessary for a supercell and mesocyclone formation.

Which of the Following Happens LAST Before Tornado Drops to the Ground