NOAA Hurricanes

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What is the primary source of energy for hurricanes?

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Warm ocean waters

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In which hemisphere do hurricanes rotate counter-clockwise?

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Northern hemisphere

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What is the minimum wind speed for a storm to be classified as a hurricane?

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74 mph

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What is the greatest threat posed by hurricanes according to the passage? Options: Strong winds, Storm surge, Tornadoes, Rip currents

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Storm surge

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What is the Safir-Simpson Hurricane Wind Scale used to measure?

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Wind speed

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Whats the lowest wind speed a storm can have and still be considered a hurricane?

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74 mph

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Does the eye of the hurricane have HIGH or LOW pressure?

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LOW