Multiple choice

When ELR is higher than DALR, the atmosphere is said to be

  1. unstable

  2. stable

  3. partially stable

  4. none of these

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A Correct answer
Explanation

When Environmental Lapse Rate (ELR) exceeds Dry Adiabatic Lapse Rate (DALR), a displaced air parcel continues rising because it remains warmer and less dense than surrounding air. This condition creates atmospheric instability leading to cloud formation and precipitation.