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Breaking rain’s speed limit

JUN 21, 2009
Physics Today

ScienceNOW : New research shows that the smaller droplets in a rainstorm often surpass what appears to be the speed limit for rain. The findings should help scientists devise models that could lead to more accurate weather forecasts.

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