Weather Flashcard 2 Review

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What type of clouds are feathery and fibrous?

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Cirrus clouds are thin, wispy clouds that often appear white and are high in the atmosphere.

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What is a tornado?

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A tornado is a rapidly rotating column of air that extends from a thunderstorm to the ground, often causing destruction.

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What is a hurricane?

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A hurricane is a powerful storm that forms over warm tropical waters, characterized by strong winds of 74 miles per hour or more.

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What are cumulonimbus clouds?

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Cumulonimbus clouds are tall, dense clouds associated with thunderstorms and severe weather.

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What type of weather event is a thunderstorm?

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A thunderstorm is a rain-bearing cloud that produces lightning and thunder.

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What are stratus clouds?

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Stratus clouds are low, gray clouds that often cover the entire sky like a blanket, bringing light rain or drizzle.

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What is the difference between a tornado and a hurricane?

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A tornado is a small, intense storm that forms over land, while a hurricane is a large storm that forms over warm ocean waters.

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What conditions lead to the formation of a tornado?

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Tornadoes typically form when warm, moist air meets cold, dry air, causing instability in the atmosphere.

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What is the role of warm water in hurricane formation?

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Warm water provides the energy needed for hurricanes to develop and strengthen.

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What are the signs of an approaching thunderstorm?

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Signs include darkening skies, increased wind, and the sound of thunder.