Tornadoes and Hurricanes

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Where do tropical storms start?

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in the ocean, near the equator

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-6

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What might be a reason why scientists track tornadoes?

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to gather information that is used to warn people that a tornado is approaching

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

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How would a hurricane strengthen?

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move over warm water

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-6

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Why do hurricanes form more often at the end of summer?

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The ocean water is much warmer which fuels the water cycle and creates lower air pressure.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

NGSS.MS-ESS2-6

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How are tornadoes and hurricanes alike?

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They both have very fast winds, they both have spinning air, they both can rip off roofs and houses.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

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What is the difference between tornadoes and hurricanes?

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Tornadoes usually occur over land, while hurricanes almost always form over the ocean.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

Front

What is the difference between cyclones, hurricanes, and typhoons?

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The location where the storm occurs.

Front

At what speed does a storm become a hurricane?

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74

Front

Which type of pressure is associated with tornadoes?

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Low

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

NGSS.MS-ESS3-2

Front

Over what do tornadoes form?

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Land

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

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