Meteorologymedium#152
Clear air turbulence (CAT) is most frequently associated with:
A
Cumulonimbus clouds
B
Jet streams and wind shear zones
CorrectC
Sea breeze fronts
D
Radiation fog
Explanation
CAT occurs most often near jet streams, especially on the polar (cold) side of the jet axis, due to strong horizontal and vertical wind shear.
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