Severe Weather

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What is the calm area in the center of a hurricane called?

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The calm area in the center of a hurricane is called the 'eye.'

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

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What are the electrical currents that may flow within a cloud or between a cloud and the ground?

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These electrical currents are called 'lightning.'

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True or False: A funnel cloud and a tornado are the same.

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False. A funnel cloud is not the same as a tornado.

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What forms when a rapidly spinning column of low pressure air touches the ground?

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A tornado forms when a rapidly spinning column of low pressure air touches the ground.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

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Which storms produce the Earth's most powerful winds?

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Tornadoes produce the Earth's most powerful winds.

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What is a severe weather event characterized by strong winds and heavy rain, often forming over warm ocean waters?

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A hurricane is characterized by strong winds and heavy rain, often forming over warm ocean waters.

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NGSS.MS-ESS3-2

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What is the term for a rotating column of air that extends from a thunderstorm to the ground?

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This is called a 'tornado.'

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

NGSS.MS-ESS3-2

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What is the difference between a tornado watch and a tornado warning?

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A tornado watch means conditions are favorable for tornadoes, while a tornado warning means a tornado has been sighted or indicated by radar.

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What type of storm is typically associated with thunder, lightning, and heavy rain?

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A thunderstorm is typically associated with thunder, lightning, and heavy rain.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

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What is the term for a severe storm that can produce hail, strong winds, and tornadoes?

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A supercell is a severe storm that can produce hail, strong winds, and tornadoes.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5