G8 Flashcard: TYPHOON

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Typhoon is locally known as

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bagyo

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The _________________ is the area of lowest atmospheric pressure in the structure of the tropical cyclone.

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eye

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________________ are spiralling strips of clouds in the fringes of tropical cyclones.

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rain bands

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Winds of a tropical cyclone blow in specific directions (e.g. Northern Hemisphere - counterclockwise) because of _________________.

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Coriolis effect

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What is the typical lifespan of a tropical cyclone?

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9 days

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Tropical cyclones form as a result of the ____________________ natural tendency to maintain equilibrium by distributing heat on earth.

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atmosphere

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Localized unusual increase of sea water level caused by a tropical cyclone.

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storm surge

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When a tropical cyclone has caused 300 casualties or more than 1 billion worth of damage, it is removed from the list of typhoons because ________________.

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it might cause confusion and it might bring back memories to survivors.

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What storm signal is dangerous for small sea crafts to sail? Options: PSWS 1, PSWS 2, PSWS 3, PSWS 4

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PSWS 2

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Winds are expected to bring heavy to very heavy damage Options: PSWS 1, PSWS 2, PSWS 3, PSWS 4

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PSWS 4