Tropical Cyclones Quiz

Why are warm ocean currents critical in the development of tropical cyclones?

• They cool the atmosphere, causing stable weather patterns.

• They provide heat and moisture, which are essential for cyclone formation.

• They create wind shear that prevents storms from forming.

• They allow cold air to sink rapidly, triggering storms.

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A tropical cyclone weakens when it moves over cold water because it loses access to its energy source.

• True

• False

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Which of the following factors contribute to the weakening of a hurricane? (Select all that apply.)

• Moving over cold water

• Increasing wind shear

• Moving over warm water

• Making landfall

How do meteorologists classify a storm as a hurricane, typhoon, or cyclone?

• By the size of the storm

• By the storm’s wind speed

• By the location where it forms

• By the amount of rainfall it produces

Tropical cyclones rotate clockwise in the Northern Hemisphere and counterclockwise in the Southern Hemisphere.

• True

• False

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Which processes contribute to the growth of a hurricane? (Select all that apply.)

• A. Warm ocean water evaporates and rises into the atmosphere.

• B. Condensation releases heat, fueling the storm.

• C. Dry air from land strengthens the cyclone.

• D. Low-pressure systems gather moisture.

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Why do tropical cyclones generally not form near the equator?

• A. The Coriolis effect is too weak to create the necessary rotation.

• B. The water is too warm near the equator for cyclone formation.

• C. Wind shear is stronger at the equator, preventing storm development.

• D. Air pressure is too high at the equator for cyclones to form.

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Storm surges caused by hurricanes can lead to significant coastal flooding during landfall.

• True

• False

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What are the environmental effects of a hurricane making landfall? (Select all that apply.)

• A. Widespread flooding

• B. Enhanced marine biodiversity

• C. Strong winds causing destruction

• D. Storm surges damaging coastal areas

Which is the most likely cause of tropical storms?

• Water runoff from the land fuels storm clouds.

• High-pressure air causes storm clouds to form.

• Sea breezes close to shore push storm clouds together.

• Warm water evaporates, rises quickly, and interacts with a colder air mass.

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