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Which three ingredients does a thunderstorm need to form?

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  1. Cold air, high pressure and strong wind
  2. Water vapor, unstable air and a lifting mechanism
  3. Fog, a warm front and calm wind

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References

  1. FAA Aviation Weather Handbook (FAA-H-8083-28B), Chapter 22 www.faa.gov/sites/faa.gov/files/FAA-H-8083-28B.pdf Checked 2026-10-07.

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