Types of Storms

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What is a thunderstorm?

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A disturbance in the atmosphere usually accompanied by rain, thunder, and lightning.

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What best describes a tornado?

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A rotating funnel-shaped cloud with strong winds and thunderstorms.

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What is lightning?

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The discharge of static electricity inside or between thunderclouds.

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What do hurricanes, tornadoes, and thunderstorms have in common?

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They all are associated with low air pressure.

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What is a hurricane?

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A storm that forms over warm ocean water and has extremely strong winds.

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What is a blizzard?

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A severe winter storm that produces frozen precipitation and low temperatures.

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What causes thunder?

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The sound produced by the rapid expansion of air heated by lightning.

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What is the difference between a tornado and a hurricane?

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A tornado is a rotating funnel-shaped cloud, while a hurricane is a large storm system with strong winds that forms over warm ocean waters.

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What is the role of low air pressure in storms?

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Low air pressure can lead to the formation of storms, as it allows air to rise and cool, leading to cloud formation and precipitation.

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What is a severe thunderstorm?

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A thunderstorm that produces strong winds, heavy rain, hail, or tornadoes.