Tornadoes and Hurricanes

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What months do most tornadoes occur?

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March - June

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At what wind speed does a storm become a hurricane?

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74 mph

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How does a hurricane strengthen?

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By moving over warm water

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What type of pressure are hurricanes associated with?

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Low pressure

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During which time interval is a storm most likely to occur?

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Evening

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What is a tornado?

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A rapidly rotating column of air that extends from a thunderstorm to the ground.

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What scale is used to measure tornado intensity?

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The Enhanced Fujita Scale (EF Scale)

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What is the difference between a tornado and a hurricane?

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A tornado is a small, violent storm, while a hurricane is a large, organized storm system.

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What conditions are necessary for hurricane formation?

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Warm ocean water, moist air, and low wind shear.

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What is the eye of a hurricane?

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The calm center of a hurricane, surrounded by the eyewall.