What is the major cause of cyclonic rainfall? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

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What is the major cause of cyclonic rainfall?
A. Rising air over mountains
B. Descending air
C. Convergence of air masses
D. Convection from surface heating
Answer: Option C
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Cyclonic or frontal rainfall is caused by the convergence of warm and cold air masses. The warm, moist air is forced to rise over the cold, denser air, leading to condensation and precipitation.
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