Readergirl12id Readergirl12id Biology Answered Most precipitation forms in clouds high up in the atmosphere. Why is this the case? A.Water vapor is not able to condense at sea level. B.Clouds, made up of condensed water, are only able to form at high altitudes. C.The formation of precipitation only takes place in the atmosphere's stratosphere. D.As water vapor rises in the atmosphere, it cools and condenses.