
Hurricanes: The Science Behind the Storm
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English
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5th Grade
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Hard
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1.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is a hurricane?
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A hurricane is a large, powerful storm that forms over warm ocean waters and can cause strong winds, heavy rain, and flooding.
2.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What are the main parts of a hurricane?
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The main parts of a hurricane include the eye (calm center), the eye wall (area of strongest winds), and rain bands (outer areas with rain and wind).
3.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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How do hurricanes form?
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Hurricanes form when warm, moist air rises over warm ocean waters, creating low pressure that draws in more air, leading to a cycle of rising and falling air.
4.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is the Saffir-Simpson scale?
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The Saffir-Simpson scale is a classification system for hurricanes that rates their intensity from Category 1 (least severe) to Category 5 (most severe) based on wind speed.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What are the dangers of hurricanes?
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Hurricanes can cause strong winds, heavy rainfall, storm surges, flooding, and tornadoes, leading to property damage and loss of life.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is storm surge?
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Storm surge is the rise in sea level caused by a hurricane's winds pushing water toward the shore, which can lead to coastal flooding.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What should you include in an emergency plan for hurricanes?
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An emergency plan should include evacuation routes, a communication plan, emergency supplies, and a safe place to stay.
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