What is the name of the phenomenon where there is a rotating column of air associated with a wildfire? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

What is the name of the phenomenon where there is a rotating column of air associated with a wildfire?
A. Dust devil
B. Fire whirl
C. Waterspout
D. Tornado
Answer: Option B
Solution (By JKExamLibrary)
A fire whirl, also known as a fire tornado or fire devil, is a rotating column of air associated with a wildfire, created by intense heat and rising air.

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