The precipitation in the form of water drops of size larger than 0.5 mm is known as
- ADrizzle
- BGlaze
- CRainCorrect
- DSnow
Solution
Concept
Classification of precipitation forms by size
Formula
NONE
Step-by-step solution
1. Precipitation is classified based on the size and physical state of falling water droplets. 2. Water droplets with a diameter smaller than 0.5 mm are classified as drizzle. 3. Water droplets with a diameter larger than 0.5 mm are classified as rain. Answer: C
Explanation
Precipitation consisting of liquid water drops larger than 0.5 mm in diameter is classified as rain. If the drop size is smaller than 0.5 mm and the intensity is low, it is termed drizzle. Hence, liquid water drops exceeding 0.5 mm fall under the definition of rain.
Why the other options are wrong
A) Drizzle consists of fine water droplets with diameters less than 0.5 mm. B) Glaze is a smooth, clear ice coating formed when freezing rain hits cold surfaces. D) Snow consists of ice crystals or aggregates of ice crystals rather than liquid water drops.
Shortcut
Drop diameter > 0.5 mm is Rain, while < 0.5 mm is Drizzle.
Common mistake
Confusing rain with drizzle, which consists of water droplets smaller than 0.5 mm in diameter.
Correct answer: C) Rain