Rime ice forms when:

Large supercooled droplets spread before freezing

Small supercooled droplets freeze instantly on contact

Correct

Rain freezes below the cloud base

Moisture sublimates on cold surfaces

Explanation

Rime ice forms when small supercooled droplets freeze instantly on contact, trapping air and creating a rough, white, opaque deposit.

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