Science Projects

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What is a hurricane?

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A hurricane is a large tropical storm system characterized by strong winds, heavy rain, and low pressure, typically forming over warm ocean waters.

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What is the Saffir-Simpson Hurricane Wind Scale?

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A classification system that categorizes hurricanes into five categories based on their sustained wind speeds and potential damage.

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What is the lowest recorded pressure for a hurricane in the Atlantic?

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The lowest recorded pressure for a hurricane in the Atlantic is 882 mb, held by Hurricane Wilma.

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What category was Hurricane Michael when it hit Mexico Beach, Florida?

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Hurricane Michael was a category 5 hurricane when it hit Mexico Beach, Florida.

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What hurricane hit Texas in 1980?

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Hurricane Allen hit Texas in 1980.

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What was the costliest storm in U.S. history?

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Hurricane Katrina, which hit as a category 3 hurricane, is the costliest storm in U.S. history.

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What category was Hurricane Maria when it hit Puerto Rico?

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Hurricane Maria was a category 5 hurricane when it hit Puerto Rico.

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What are the main components of a hurricane?

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The main components of a hurricane include the eye, eyewall, and rainbands.

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What is the significance of the eye of a hurricane?

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The eye of a hurricane is a calm area at the center of the storm, surrounded by the eyewall, where the most severe weather occurs.

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How do hurricanes form?

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Hurricanes form over warm ocean waters when moist air rises, creating low pressure that draws in more air, leading to the development of storm systems.