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UPSC 1995: The clouds float in the atmosphere because of their low
(a)temperature
(b)velocity
(c)pressure
(d)density
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Not attemptedCorrect Answer: (d) density
Clouds remain suspended because the overall density of the cloud mass (water droplets + entrained air) is slightly lower than that of the surrounding air, so the upward buoyant force balances their weight; hence the key factor is low density. The other options (temperature, velocity, pressure) are not the primary reason for flotation. ([jagranjosh.com](https://www.jagranjosh.com/articles/upsc-ias-prelims-exam-geography-mcqs-set-21-1450785885-1?utm_source=openai))
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The correct answer is option (d): density. Watch the detailed video explanation in our Sherlocking Prelims course on UnlockIAS.
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This question was asked in UPSC CSE Prelims 1995, GS Paper 1, as Question 71. It falls under Geography > Atmosphere & Climatology.
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