Super Storms Vocabulary

Front

What term describes the action of causing something to curve?

Back

bend

Front

What is the term for powerful snowstorms that bring heavy wind?

Back

blizzard

Front

What word describes a quick burst of something?

Back

flash

Front

What do we call destructive storms that bring heavy wind and rain?

Back

hurricane

Front

What term refers to the action of crashing or hitting heavily?

Back

pounding

Front

What is the definition of a storm?

Back

A disturbance in the atmosphere that can produce strong winds, rain, snow, or other weather phenomena.

Front

What are the characteristics of a blizzard?

Back

Blizzards are characterized by heavy snowfall, strong winds, and low visibility.

Front

What is the difference between a hurricane and a tornado?

Back

A hurricane is a large storm system that forms over warm ocean waters, while a tornado is a smaller, more intense storm that forms from severe thunderstorms.

Front

What does the term 'severe weather' encompass?

Back

Severe weather includes any dangerous meteorological phenomena, such as thunderstorms, tornadoes, hurricanes, and blizzards.

Front

What is the role of atmospheric pressure in storm formation?

Back

Changes in atmospheric pressure can lead to the development of storms, as low pressure areas can cause air to rise and create storm systems.