Weather Disturbances

Which of the following weather events is characterized by heavy rain, thunder, and lightning?

• Thunderstorm

• Tornado

• Tropical cyclone

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

Which weather phenomenon is a rapidly rotating column of air that is in contact with both the surface of the Earth and a cumulonimbus cloud?

• Thunderstorm

• Tornado

• Tropical cyclone

Tags

NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

Which of the following weather events forms over warm ocean waters and has a circular shape?

• Thunderstorm

• Tornado

• Tropical cyclone

Tags

NGSS.MS-ESS2-6

Which weather event is characterized by strong winds, heavy rain, and lightning, and usually lasts for a shorter duration than the other two?

• Thunderstorm

• Tornado

• Tropical cyclone

Tags

NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

Which of the following weather events is often accompanied by hail, strong gusty winds, and sometimes tornadoes?

• Thunderstorm

• Tornado

• Tropical cyclone

Tags

NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

Which weather phenomenon is characterized by a funnel-shaped cloud extending from the base of a dark cloud?

• Thunderstorm

• Tornado

• Tropical cyclone

Tags

NGSS.MS-ESS3-2

Which of the following weather events can have wind speeds exceeding 74 mph (119 km/h)?

• Thunderstorm

• Tornado

• Tropical cyclone

Tags

NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

Which weather phenomenon is primarily associated with severe thunderstorms and is known for its rotating winds?

• Thunderstorm

• Tornado

• Tropical cyclone

Tags

NGSS.MS-ESS3-2

Which of the following weather events has a calm "eye" at the center, surrounded by strong winds and rain?

• Thunderstorm

• Tornado

• Tropical cyclone

Tags

NGSS.MS-ESS2-6

Which weather phenomenon is more likely to occur in regions with a high frequency of thunderstorms and warm, moist air?

• Thunderstorm

• Tornado

• Tropical cyclone

Tags

NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

NGSS.MS-ESS2-6