Hurricane Review

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What happens as a hurricane moves further in-land?

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It slows down and gets weaker.

Front

At what speed does a tropical storm become a hurricane?

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74 mph.

Front

In the southern hemisphere of the earth hurricanes circle __________.

Back

clockwise.

Front

Inside the center of the hurricane the weather is __________.

Back

calm.

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In the northern hemisphere of the earth hurricanes circle __________.

Back

counter-clockwise.

Front

What is the eye of the hurricane?

Back

The calm center of the hurricane.

Front

What is the main cause of hurricanes?

Back

Warm ocean water.

Front

What scale is used to measure hurricane intensity?

Back

The Saffir-Simpson Hurricane Wind Scale.

Front

What is a storm surge?

Back

A rise in sea level caused by a hurricane's winds.

Front

What is the typical lifespan of a hurricane?

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A few days to a couple of weeks.